Scottsdale regulates leaf blower noise under its general noise ordinance (Chapter 19) and landscaping equipment provisions. Leaf blowers and other power equipment should be operated during reasonable hours and not create unreasonable noise disturbances in residential neighborhoods.
Scottsdale does not have a specific leaf blower ban but regulates the noise from landscaping equipment under Chapter 19 of the Revised Code (Offenses—Miscellaneous). Power equipment including leaf blowers should be operated during reasonable daytime hours. The city's nuisance noise standard applies: noise that unreasonably disturbs the peace and quiet of a residential neighborhood may result in enforcement. The hot desert climate means landscaping crews often begin work early in the morning to avoid extreme heat, which can conflict with residents' quiet enjoyment. Code enforcement responds to complaints about excessive or unreasonable noise from landscaping equipment. HOAs frequently establish specific hours for landscaping activities in their CC&Rs, typically allowing power equipment only between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM on weekdays.
Unreasonable noise from leaf blowers or other landscaping equipment may result in police response and citations under the noise ordinance.
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