Shelby County Code Chapter 16, Article III has no leaf-blower-specific rule for unincorporated Shelby County. Leaf-blower noise is regulated only under the general Sec. 16-61 ban on unreasonably loud, disturbing and unnecessary noise.
The county noise ordinance does not name leaf blowers, lawn equipment or yard tools, and sets no decibel cap or time window specific to them. Leaf-blower use is judged under Sec. 16-61's general standard against unreasonably loud, disturbing and unnecessary noise, and under Sec. 16-63 if amplified or run during the 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. window in a way that disturbs residents. Sec. 16-69 makes clear legitimate business activity, including landscaping, is allowed if it does not unreasonably interfere with surrounding areas. Individual cities may adopt stricter yard-equipment rules.
Leaf-blower use that rises to unreasonably loud, disturbing and unnecessary noise violates Sec. 16-61 and draws a fine up to $50.00 per violation under Sec. 16-67, each continuing day a separate offense.
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