Sunnyvale was one of the earliest California cities to ban gas-powered leaf blowers, ahead of statewide AB 1346. Only electric or battery blowers are allowed and must comply with 65 dBA residential noise limits.
Sunnyvale prohibits the use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers citywide, applying to both residents and commercial landscapers. The local restriction predates California AB 1346, which phased out sales of new gas-powered small off-road engines statewide beginning in 2024. Electric and battery-powered blowers remain legal but must comply with the 65 dBA maximum noise level measured at 50 feet and the citywide quiet hours. Landscapers working at Apple, LinkedIn, and Yahoo campuses along Mathilda Avenue typically use battery fleets to comply. Enforcement is complaint-driven and violations can result in administrative fines for the property owner and the landscaping contractor. Bay Area Air Quality Management District also tracks compliance with AB 1346 sales provisions.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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