DPD's Noise Abatement Program
Filing a Noise Complaint

Construction Site, Maintenance and Permanent Equipment Noise

Construction times allowed by the Seattle Noise Ordinance are (except when allowed by DPD Noise Variance):

  • 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., weekdays
  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., weekends and holidays*

Construction and maintenance activities within 100 feet of occupied Multi-family and neighborhood commercial zones (Low-rise, Mid-rise, High-rise, Residential-Commercial and Neighborhood-Commercial) can occur:

  • 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., weekdays
  • 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., weekends and holidays*
High-impact construction can occur during the following hours:
  • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., weekdays
  • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., weekends and holidays*

Some construction projects may have MUP or SEPA noise restrictions. If you have a concern about construction noise, noise from mechanical equipment, or a commercial facility, in the Seattle city limits, you may file a complaint with DPD by contacting Code Compliance or one of our Noise Abatement Coordinators.

* Holidays are New Year's day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving day and the day after, and Christmas day.

Public Nuisance Noise
To file a complaint about public nuisance noises: horns or sirens, music, amplified sound, motor vehicles, or watercraft; call the Seattle Police Department's non-emergency number at (206) 625-5011.
To file a complaint about animal noises from dogs, fowl, or other animals; call Animal Control at (206) 386-7387.

Aviation Noise

If testing or maintenance at Boeing Field takes place outside the approved hours, you may file a complaint with DPD by contacting a Noise Abatement Coordinator.
The FAA regulates low flying aircraft like the Blue Angels or helicopter noise from hovering traffic and news helicopters. To file a complaint or for more information, please contact:
  • Sea-Tac International Airport: (206) 433-5393
  • King County International Airport (Boeing Field): (206) 205-5242
  • Low Flying Aircraft: (425) 227-1813

 

Last Updated:

December 8, 2011