Our long awaited summer has arrived with warmer weather, longer days, open windows and social gatherings. Please remember when you have social gatherings we are in close proximity to our neighbors, and we encourage you to adopt Good Neighbor Policies which are described in SBOA's Standard 4.1.
Noise Odors, and Lights
Noise, odors and/lights should not intrude on the peace and tranquility of your neighbors, except for traditional 4th of July and New Year's Eve celebrations, or special events such as weddings. Amplified music should not be allowed to intrude upon neighbors or the neighborhood.
(These Standards are based on Island County's Public Distances and Noises 9.60.030 and apply between 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM and are under the auspices of the County Sheriff)
Good Neighbor Steps:
When planning a large and/or potentially noisy event, please inform your neighbors so they are prepared for a noisy evening
Even though your neighbors have been informed, please be considerate of them. Keep your music loud enough so you can enjoy it yet low enough so the sound will not disturb others
If you are still partying after 10:00 PM, please move the party inside.
Neighbors of the Party Steps:
If you are comfortable or are attending the event, you may remind the party giver to temper the sound and move inside after dark
While we hope all considerate neighbors, if the loud noise, odors or lighting persists into the night, you may call the sheriff's non-emergency phone number (360-678-6116) and report the issue. They will respond.
