Santa Cruz Municipal Code Ch. 6.110 (Prohibition of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers) bans gas-powered leaf blowers citywide as a climate-action measure. Adopted by Ord. 2024-10.
The findings under §6.110.010 cite Santa Cruz's coastal vulnerability to sea-level rise, climate change, and the availability of viable electric alternatives. Property owners are liable for any operation on their property — including by hired landscapers. Owners must also take precautions to avoid blowing debris into neighboring property, streets, or storm drains under §6.110.030(3).
Enforcement under §6.110.040 with administrative citations and abatement under Ch. 4.04.
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