DPD's Noise Abatement Program
Overview
The purpose of the city of Seattle Noise Ordinance is to minimize exposure of citizens to excessive noise by requiring all citizens to meet the Exterior Sound Level Limits for all outdoor noise generating equipment and work activity. The Noise Ordinance was developed to control the level of noise in a manner which promotes commerce, rest and relaxation, and the use, value, and enjoyment of property and the environment.
DPD Enforces Seattle Noise Ordinance
The Noise Abatement Program enforces Seattle Noise Ordinance. Commercial projects are screened during plan or permit review for potential permanent mechanical and recurrent noise issues associated with facility use and maintenance. Mitigation measures for major noise generators are required for such projects.
Noise-Abatement Resources
The site provides the following noise abatement resources:
- Text of the Seattle Noise Ordinance
- Director's Rule 2-3009 on noise variances
- Instructions on filing a noise complaint
- Mechanical Plan Review Requirements: CAM 415
- Information on sound
- Information on exterior sound level limits
- Evaluate your own equipment using the AHRI Standard
- Directions for creating a Basic Acoustical Report
- A Simple Noise Barrier Design
- Sound Power Noise Distance Matrix
Last Updated:
October 13, 2011
