McKinney, TX Noise Ordinances: Leaf Blower Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Allowed Hours
- 7 AM to 7 PM Mon-Sat
- Sunday Use
- Discouraged
- Gas Blowers
- Permitted
- Limit
- 65 dBA at property line
Summary
Gas and electric leaf blowers allowed in McKinney during standard construction/landscaping hours, 7 AM to 7 PM Monday-Saturday. No decibel cap specific to blowers, but general noise limits in Chapter 62 apply.
unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he has no right to occupy;(6) fights with another in a public place;(7) discharges a firearm in a public place other than a public road or a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code;(8) displays a firearm or other deadly weapon in a public place in a manner calculated to alarm;(9) discharges a firearm on or across a public road;(10) exposes his anus or genitals in a public place and is reckless about whether another may be present who will be offended or alarmed by his act;
Full Breakdown
McKinney has not adopted a leaf-blower-specific ordinance (unlike some California cities) and permits both gas-powered and electric blowers in all residential and commercial zones. Use is governed by McKinney Code Chapter 62 general noise provisions, which restrict unreasonably loud activity and set an informal 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday window for lawn equipment in residential areas. Sunday operation is discouraged and commonly generates complaints, though not explicitly banned by ordinance. General sound limits of 65 dBA at residential property lines during the day apply; most modern gas backpack blowers measure 65-70 dBA at 50 feet and can exceed the limit when used close to the line. Texas has no statewide preemption on leaf blowers, so HOAs in Stonebridge Ranch, Tucker Hill, and Craig Ranch frequently impose stricter rules (electric-only, narrower hours, or weekend bans) that are privately enforced. Commercial landscaping companies servicing McKinney neighborhoods are expected to follow the same hours; violations are Class C misdemeanors.
Violations & Fines
Class C misdemeanor under Chapter 62. Typical fine $100-$300; repeat offenders up to $500. HOA violations separately enforced via private civil action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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