Leaf blowers are permitted weekdays 8 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Westchester County Local Law restricts high-dBA gas blowers; commercial operators must comply with both city hours and county noise caps.
Chapter 213 treats leaf blowers as motorized lawn equipment. Westchester County bans gas leaf blowers from Memorial Day to Labor Day in some municipalities; New Rochelle follows the seasonal hours rule. Electric and battery blowers are allowed during permitted hours year-round. This leaf blower rules rule under New Rochelle's noise ordinances applies to properties within New Rochelle city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact New Rochelle code enforcement directly or consult the official New York municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
First offense: warning or $100. Subsequent: up to $250 per occurrence. Commercial landscapers face higher penalties.
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