Indianapolis does not impose specific leaf blower hours, but Revised Code Sec. 391-302 prohibits operating any blower or power fan in a way that makes unreasonable noise or without a working muffler.
Under Rev. Code Ch. 391, Article III, the use or possession of any blower or power fan that is not equipped with a muffler or other noise-reducing device complying with applicable federal, state, and local standards is unlawful. Leaf blowers fall under the general unreasonable-noise standard rather than a gas-blower ban or fixed time window. Operators who produce noise plainly audible to neighboring properties beyond reasonable daytime levels can be cited.
Civil fine of at least $250 for a second offense and at least $500 for any subsequent offense within 12 months under Sec. 391-119.
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