Leaf Blower Rules: Gresham vs Portland
How do leaf blower rules rules compare between Gresham, OR and Portland, OR?
Gresham and Portland have similar restriction levels.
Gresham, OR
Multnomah County
Multnomah County has no countywide leaf blower ordinance. Portland adopted a phased gas leaf blower ban under City Code Title 18 and Ordinance 191370 (2022), with a full ban on gas-powered blowers in residential use by 2026 and commercial use by 2028. In unincorporated Multnomah County and Gresham, noise hours apply but gas blowers remain legal. Oregon DEQ rules OAR 340-035 set environmental noise baselines, and state law does not preempt local bans on small off-road engines.
View full Gresham rules →Portland, OR
Multnomah County
Portland regulates leaf blowers under PCC Chapter 18.10 noise code; gas blowers are restricted by time of day and Multnomah County has phased rules tied to state air-quality guidance.
View full Portland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Gresham | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| County Rule | No countywide blower ordinance | - |
| Portland Ban | Gas residential 2026, commercial 2028 | - |
| Authority | PCC 18.12; OAR 340-035 | - |
| Electric | Hours only | - |
| Enforcement | City code compliance/sheriff | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Gresham FAQ
Are gas leaf blowers banned in Multnomah County?
Only within Portland city limits on the phase-in schedule (residential 2026, commercial 2028). Gresham and unincorporated Multnomah County still allow gas blowers subject to noise hours.
What hours can I run a leaf blower?
Most Multnomah County cities restrict powered yard equipment to 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 7 PM weekends. Portland Noise Code PCC 18.10 limits decibels measured at property lines.
Portland FAQ
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