Alameda Municipal Code § 24-14 Leaf Blowers

a. It shall be unlawful to operate any portable machine powered with a gasoline, diesel, or other combustion engine used to blow leaves, dirt, and other debris off sidewalks, driveways, lawns, or other surfaces, within the City limits.

b. No owner of real property, tenant in possession of real property, or person in control of real property shall allow the operation of any portable machine powered with a gasoline, diesel, or other combustion engine used to blow leaves, dirt, and other debris on the property.

c. No person who owns or operates a gardening, landscape maintenance or similar service shall operate or allow an employee or agent of that service to operate any portable machine powered with a gasoline, diesel, or other combustion engine used to blow leaves, dirt, and other debris within the City limits.

d. Notice of this prohibition shall be posted in all stores selling such machines within the City limits.

e. Remedies.

1. Any person or party who violates this section shall be guilty of an infraction, which shall be punished by a fine not exceeding two hundred fifty ($250.00) dollars.

2. Any person or party who violates this section may be issued an administrative citation pursuant to Chapter 1-7 of this Code.

3. The remedies provided in this subsection are not exclusive, and nothing in this subsection shall preclude the use or application of any other remedies, penalties or procedures established by law.

f. This Section 24-14.1 shall become effective on January 1, 2023.

(Ord. No. 3307 N.S., § 2, 10-5-2021)