West Covina prohibits gas-powered leaf blowers, lawn mowers, edgers, chain saws, and similar equipment in residential zones between 8 PM and 8 AM. CA AB 1346 phases out gas-powered small equipment statewide.
WCMC Section 15-97 (Restrictions on the operation of two- and four-stroke engines) prohibits operating any gasoline-powered two- or four-stroke engine between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM in residential zones. Specifically listed equipment includes leaf blowers, lawn mowers, edgers, chain saws, roto-tillers, and similar devices used for lawn or property maintenance. This section does not apply to publicly owned properties including public schools, parks, and fire stations within residential zones, or privately owned schools within residential zones.
Violations of Section 15-97 are misdemeanors with penalties up to $1,000 and 6 months jail under Section 1-37.
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