Leaf Blower & Landscape Equipment Information
As of June 1, 2023, the use of electric (either battery- operated or corded) landscape equipment will be required for residents, Town staff and Town contractors.
(adoption of Ordinance # 1173)
Starting January 1, 2024, the use of electric landscape equipment will be required for commercial landscapers as well.
Covered equipment includes, but is not limited to: leaf blowers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, pole saws, chainsaws, and mowers.
Chainsaws with blades or blade attachments 18 inches or longer and brush cutters are exempted.
Allowed Hours of Operation
The hours of operation have been updated to be in line with other Marin County cities and towns. The new hours of operation are:
• Monday through Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (7:00 am to 5:00 pm for multi-unit and non-residential properties)
• Saturday - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Sundays and Holidays - no leaf blower use allowed
Enforcement
Starting on June 1, 2023 and through December 1, 2023, any resident using gas-powered leaf blowers and other gas powered landscape equipment will be issued a warning letter explaining the new regulations per Ordinance 1173.
After December 1, 2023, if a warning letter was already issued, a $100 citation will be issued. If additional violations are reported and confirmed, increasing citations of $200 - $500 may be issued.
Starting January 1, 2024, the use of electric landscape equipment will be required and enforced for commercial landscapers as well.
More information is available on the Town's Landscape Equipment webpage.