San Marcos does not have a local ban on gas-powered leaf blowers beyond state law. California Assembly Bill 1346 banned the sale of new gas-powered small off-road engines (including leaf blowers) effective January 1, 2024. Existing gas-powered equipment may still be used but must comply with San Marcos noise ordinance quiet hours.
San Marcos follows California state law regarding gas-powered landscaping equipment. AB 1346 prohibited the sale of new gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn equipment starting January 1, 2024, though existing equipment may continue to be used. Locally, leaf blower and landscaping equipment use must comply with San Marcos quiet hours under Chapter 10.24 (10 PM–7 AM weekdays, 11 PM–7 AM weekends). Equipment noise that unreasonably disturbs neighbors at any time may be cited as a nuisance. The city has not enacted additional restrictions beyond state requirements on leaf blower type, decibel limits, or operating hours outside of quiet hours.
Leaf blower use during quiet hours may result in noise citations. Report violations to Code Enforcement at (760) 744-1050 x3234 or the Sheriff at (760) 510-5200 for after-hours complaints.
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