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🌍 Environmental Rules/Gas Leaf Blower Ban

Anaheim vs Orange

How do gas leaf blower ban rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Orange, CA?

Anaheim and Orange have similar restriction levels.

Anaheim, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

California Assembly Bill 1346 phases out the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers and small off-road engines, applying countywide in Orange County including all 34 cities and unincorporated areas.

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Orange, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

California Assembly Bill 1346 phases out the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers and small off-road engines, applying countywide in Orange County including all 34 cities and unincorporated areas.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactAnaheimOrange
StatuteCA AB 1346CA AB 1346
Sales banEffective 2024Effective 2024
Existing unitsMay still operateMay still operate
EnforcerCARBCARB

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Anaheim FAQ

Can I still use my old gas blower?

Yes. AB 1346 restricts new sales, not existing equipment. Local city noise rules may still limit hours of operation.

Are battery blowers required now?

Not required for use, but new equipment sold in California must be zero-emission. Rebates exist for commercial landscaper transitions through CARB.

Orange FAQ

Can I still use my old gas blower?

Yes. AB 1346 restricts new sales, not existing equipment. Local city noise rules may still limit hours of operation.

Are battery blowers required now?

Not required for use, but new equipment sold in California must be zero-emission. Rebates exist for commercial landscaper transitions through CARB.

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