Martinez, CA Noise Ordinances: Leaf Blower Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Weekday Hours
- Weekday hours: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Weekend Hours
- Weekend hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Ca Ab 1346
- CA AB 1346 bans new gas blower sales statewide (2024)
- Existing Gas Blowers
- Existing gas blowers still legal in Martinez
- Fines
- Fines: $100 / $200 / $500 progressive
Summary
Martinez restricts leaf blower operation to 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekends. Under California AB 1346, sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers has been prohibited statewide since January 1, 2024, and Martinez encourages electric/battery models. Existing gas blowers remain legal but are subject to noise hour restrictions with fines starting at $100.
43018.11.
(a) (1) By July 1, 2022, the state board shall, consistent with federal law, adopt cost-effective and technologically feasible regulations to prohibit engine exhaust and evaporative emissions from new small off-road engines, as defined by the state board. Those regulations shall apply to engines produced on or after January 1, 2024, or as soon as the state board determines is feasible, whichever is later.
(2) In determining technological feasibility pursuant to paragraph (1), the state board shall consider all of the following:
(A) Emissions from small off-road engines in the state.
(B) Expected timelines for zero-emission small off-road equipment development.
(C) Increased demand for electricity from added charging requirements for more zero-emission small off-road equipment.
(D) Use cases of both commercial and residential lawn and garden users.
(E) Expected availability of zero-emission generators and emergency response equipment.
(b) Consistent with the regulations adopted pursuant to this section and relevant state law, the state board shall identify, and, to the extent feasible, make available, funding for commercial rebates or similar incentive funding as part of any updates to existing, applicable funding program guidelines for districts to implement to support the transition to zero-emission small off-road equipment operations.
Full Breakdown
20 noise provisions, which restrict operating hours to 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. California AB 1346, effective January 1, 2024, banned the sale of new gas-powered small off-road engines (SORE) including leaf blowers and lawn mowers statewide, enforcement administered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Existing gas-powered leaf blowers remain legal to operate but must comply with local noise hour restrictions. , Walnut Creek, Piedmont). Electric and battery-powered blowers are permitted during the same hours but may operate in areas adjacent to schools, hospitals, and senior facilities with reduced buffer requirements.
Commercial landscapers operating in multiple Martinez neighborhoods are expected to use AQMD-certified equipment; BAAQMD Regulation 5 may apply to commercial operations. Violations carry fines of $100 first offense, $200 second, and $500 for subsequent violations within 12 months. Complaints are handled by Martinez Police and Code Enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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