Saint Paul does not ban gas-powered leaf blowers citywide, though noise ordinance Ch. 293 limits operating hours and CARP encourages voluntary transition to electric equipment for emissions reduction.
Unlike some Minneapolis neighborhoods, Saint Paul has not adopted a gas leaf-blower ban as of 2026. Operation is governed by the general noise ordinance, which restricts loud lawn equipment to 7 a.m. through 10 p.m. weekdays and similar weekend windows. CARP identifies small off-road engines as a target for future emission reduction, and Parks has piloted electric crews. Residents can use any commercially available leaf blower year-round, subject to noise rules and seasonal yard-waste pickup schedules.
Operating outside permitted hours can draw a noise citation, typically starting around $100. There is no separate fine for fuel type. Repeat noise complaints may escalate to administrative review.
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