Elgin's noise ordinance covers power equipment sounds including leaf blowers. Equipment must be used during reasonable hours. No specific ban on gas-powered blowers. Excessive noise subject to enforcement.
Elgin's noise ordinance includes power equipment sounds as a category of regulated noise. Leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and similar power equipment must be operated during reasonable hours. Elgin does not have a specific ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. Excessive or unreasonable noise from power equipment is subject to noise ordinance enforcement. The Elgin Police Department handles noise complaints. Residential use of power equipment should generally be during daytime hours.
Noise violation from unreasonable use: court appearance and fines.
Elgin, IL
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