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Bishop, CA Noise Ordinances: Leaf Blower Rules (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Code section
BMC 8.12.020(M)
Requirement
Blower/fan must be muffled
Outright ban
No; muffling required
Decibel limit
None specified
General standard
No loud, unnecessary noise

Summary

Bishop does not ban leaf blowers, but its noise ordinance prohibits operating any noise-creating blower or power fan unless the noise is muffled. Loud, unmuffled blower use can be cited as an unlawful noise.

Blowers. The operation of any noise-creating blower or power fan or any internal combustion engine... unless the noise from such blower or fan is muffled and such engine is equipped with a muffler device sufficient to deaden such noise.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 4).

Full Breakdown

Bishop Municipal Code § 8.12.020(M) declares it a prohibited noise to operate 'any noise-creating blower or power fan or any internal combustion engine... unless the noise from such blower or fan is muffled and such engine is equipped with a muffler device sufficient to deaden such noise.' The city sets no separate leaf-blower ban, decibel cap or dedicated hours; a gas leaf blower is legal if adequately muffled and not run so as to constitute loud, unnecessary noise under § 8.12.010. Use disturbing neighbors' repose, especially outside 7 a.m.-10 p.m., can be enforced as unlawful noise.

Violations & Fines

Unmuffled or disturbing blower operation is a prohibited noise under BMC 8.12.020(M), abatable and citable by Code Enforcement/police.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are gas leaf blowers banned in Bishop?
No. They must simply be muffled enough to deaden the noise and not create loud, unnecessary noise disturbing neighbors.
Are there set hours for leaf-blower use?
No dedicated blower hours, but the general noise rule and the 7 a.m.-10 p.m. framework mean early-morning or late-night use risks a citation.

Sources & Official References

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