Amarillo has no municipal ordinance restricting leaf blower use by time of day, decibel level, or fuel type. Noise complaints are handled under Texas Penal Code §42.01 (Disorderly Conduct), which prohibits unreasonable noise exceeding 85 dBA after a peace officer warning.
Amarillo's Code of Ordinances contains no chapter or section specifically regulating leaf blowers, gas-powered equipment operating hours, or outdoor power-tool noise. No time-of-day restriction, decibel cap, or equipment ban applies locally. When noise complaints are received, Amarillo Police respond under Texas Penal Code §42.01(a)(5), which defines disorderly conduct to include making unreasonable noise in or near a private residence after being notified by a magistrate or peace officer to stop. The 85 dBA threshold applies. There is no state-level leaf-blower preemption statute; Amarillo simply has not enacted a local rule.
Violation of TX Penal Code §42.01 is a Class C misdemeanor; fine up to $500. Repeat or aggravated violations may be charged as Class B misdemeanor.
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