Aurora regulates leaf blowers and power equipment through its general noise ordinance. Amplified equipment restricted from 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 10 AM weekends/holidays. No specific ban on gas-powered blowers.
Aurora does not have a standalone leaf blower ordinance. Power equipment including leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and similar devices are subject to the city's general noise ordinance restrictions. Amplified sound or powered equipment creating unreasonable noise at residential property boundaries is prohibited between 10 PM and 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 10 AM on weekends and holidays. Gas-powered blowers are legal during permitted hours. The city emphasizes voluntary compliance through warning and education before issuing citations. Aurora's diverse neighborhoods from suburban to urban all follow the same standards.
General noise violation: fine up to $250 first offense. Repeat: up to $750.
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