Pomona, CA Noise Ordinances: Leaf Blower Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Permitted Hours
- 7 AM - 8 PM (Mon-Sat)
- Sundays/Holidays
- Prohibited
- State Law
- AB 1346 gas equipment phase-out
- Code
- Ch. 18, Art. VII noise exemptions
Summary
Leaf blowers in Pomona fall under the general construction/maintenance noise exemption. Permitted 7 AM-8 PM weekdays and Saturdays; prohibited Sundays and federal holidays. CA AB 1346 phases out gas-powered equipment statewide.
SEC. 2. Section 43018.11 is added to the Health and Safety Code, to read: 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.
Full Breakdown
Pomona does not have a standalone leaf blower ban but regulates all mechanical noise sources under PMC Chapter 18, Article VII. Power equipment including leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and similar devices are subject to the general noise standards: noise must not be plainly audible at 150 feet during daytime (7:00 AM–10:00 PM) or 50 feet during nighttime (10:00 PM–7:00 AM). Equipment creating noise that disturbs the peace and comfort of neighbors of normal sensitivity violates Section 18-316. Construction-type equipment is only permitted 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Saturday.
Violations & Fines
Violations are enforced by Pomona Police Department and Code Compliance Division. Citations may be issued under PMC Section 1-12 as misdemeanors. Fines and penalties apply per the general enforcement provisions.
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