Leaf Blower Rules: Folsom vs Sacramento
How do leaf blower rules rules compare between Folsom, CA and Sacramento, CA?
Folsom and Sacramento have similar restriction levels.
Folsom, CA
Sacramento County
Folsom permits leaf blowers during daytime hours only (7 AM-7 PM weekdays, 8 AM-7 PM weekends). California AB 1346 bans sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers statewide as of January 1, 2024. Electric/battery blowers remain legal but subject to noise hour limits.
View full Folsom rules →Sacramento, CA
Sacramento County
Sacramento restricts gas-powered leaf blowers by time of day and sound level under SMC Chapter 8.68; CA AB 1346 phases out gas-powered SORE equipment statewide.
View full Sacramento rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Folsom | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| Hours | 7 AM-7 PM weekday, 8 AM weekend | - |
| Gas Sales | Banned CA-wide 1/1/2024 (AB 1346) | - |
| Existing Gas Use | Legal but discouraged | - |
| Air District | SMAQMD | - |
| Ordinance | FMC §8.42 general noise | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Folsom FAQ
Are gas leaf blowers banned in Folsom?
Using an existing gas blower is legal, but buying a new one is not — AB 1346 banned CA retail sales of new gas-powered blowers as of January 1, 2024.
Can my landscaper use a leaf blower at 6 AM?
No. Folsom's general noise rules restrict power equipment including blowers to 7 AM-7 PM on weekdays and 8 AM-7 PM on weekends and holidays.
Sacramento FAQ
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