Folsom permits leaf blowers during daytime hours only (7 AM-7 PM weekdays, 8 AM-7 PM weekends). California AB 1346 bans sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers statewide as of January 1, 2024. Electric/battery blowers remain legal but subject to noise hour limits.
The City of Folsom does not have a category-specific leaf blower ban. Instead, leaf blower use is governed by the general noise ordinance (FMC §8.42) and the SMAQMD's air quality regulations. California AB 1346 (signed 2021, effective 1/1/2024) bans the sale of new gas-powered small off-road engines including leaf blowers and lawn mowers; existing gas blowers may still be used but replacement units must be electric/battery. Leaf blower use is limited to 7 AM-7 PM Monday-Friday and 8 AM-7 PM Saturday/Sunday. Landscape contractors working on residential properties must comply; commercial HOA maintenance within developments like Empire Ranch and Broadstone often contractually requires electric-only equipment.
Noise citations $100-$500 for use outside hours. No separate fine for gas blower use by homeowners; retail sale violations enforced by CARB.
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