Gas-powered leaf blower sales banned statewide since January 2024. In unincorporated LA County, no lawn mower, blower, or mechanical device creating loud noise may operate between 10 PM and 7 AM within residential zones or 500 ft of a residence per Chapter 12.08.
California Assembly Bill 1346 banned the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers statewide effective January 1, 2024. Existing gas-powered leaf blowers may still be used in unincorporated LA County but must comply with Chapter 12.08 noise standards. Electric and battery-powered blowers are unrestricted but must still comply with noise hours. Leaf blower use creating noise audible beyond the property line is restricted to 7 AM-7 PM weekdays and 8 AM-6 PM weekends. Commercial landscaping companies must use equipment compliant with the statewide ban for new purchases.
Using leaf blowers outside of permitted hours violates Chapter 12.08 with fines of $100-$500. The statewide gas blower sales ban is enforced by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) against retailers, not individual users. Noise complaints about leaf blowers are handled by the Sheriff's Department and code enforcement.
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