West Covina, CA Noise Ordinances: Leaf Blower Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Permitted Hours
- 8 AM - 8 PM in residential zones
- Equipment
- Leaf blowers, mowers, edgers, chain saws
- Code
- Municipal Code Sec. 15-93
- State Law
- AB 1346 gas equipment phase-out
Summary
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.
SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (1) Small off-road engines (SORE), which are used primarily in lawn and garden equipment, emit high levels of air pollutants ... one hour of operation of a commercial leaf blower can emit as much ROG plus NOx as driving 1,100 miles in a new passenger vehicle. ... SEC. 2. Section 43018.11 is added to the Health and Safety Code, to read: 43018.11. (a) (1) By July 1, 2022, the state board shall, consistent with federal law, adopt regulations to prohibit engine exhaust and evaporative emissions from new small off-road engines. Those regulations shall apply to engines produced on or after January 1, 2024, or as soon as feasible.
Full Breakdown
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 & Fines
Violations of Section 15-97 are misdemeanors with penalties up to $1,000 and 6 months jail under Section 1-37.
Frequently Asked Questions
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