Guilford County has no leaf-blower-specific ban or hour rule. A gas leaf blower is judged under the general Sec. 11-8 standard: if it makes unreasonably loud, disturbing or unnecessary noise given the time and neighborhood, it can be a violation. Cities may impose stricter limits.
The county noise ordinance contains no dedicated leaf-blower provision. A leaf blower falls under Sec. 11-8's general prohibition on unreasonably loud, disturbing, annoying or unnecessary noise, and under the definition of 'unnecessary' noise, which includes sound that could be lessened or controlled by the operator without unduly restricting conduct. Whether a blower violates the ordinance depends on time of day, proximity to homes, duration and zoning. Municipalities such as Greensboro and High Point may set their own equipment or hour restrictions, so check local rules if you are inside city limits.
If found unreasonable, leaf-blower noise draws the Sec. 11-8 civil penalties of $200/$400/$500 and possible Class 3 misdemeanor prosecution.
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