Town Of San Anselmo: REMINDER - Leaf Blower Rules Change On January 1st

Press release from the Town of San Anselmo:

November 22, 2021

With the adoption of Ordinance #1157, beginning on January 1, 2022, the use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers will no longer be allowed in San Anselmo. The Town has passed this ordinance due to concerns about the impacts of gas-powered leaf blowers on the environment, health, and noise pollution. Rebate Program If you haven't made the switch to electric equipment yet, do not worry, we're here to help! The Town has created a rebate program that allows you to trade in your old, gas-powered leaf blower (drained of fluids, please) and in return, you can receive a rebate for the purchase of new, electric equipment of up to 50% to $150. More information about the program will be available in mid-December. Hours of Operation Allowable hours of operation have been updated to come in-line with other Marin County jurisdictions. Beginning on 1/1/22, the new hours of operation will be:

Enforcement Starting on January 1st, 2022 and through June 30, 2022, anyone using a gas-powered leaf blower will be given a warning, with an explanation about the new regulations along with information about the rebate program. After June 30, 2022, if a warning has already been issued, a $100 citation will be issued. If additional violations are reported and confirmed, increasing citations of $200, and $500 may be issued.   

You may also use the Town's Report a Concern feature and provide the time and the address of reported gas-powered leaf blower usage. 

Call Central Marin Police non-emergency number 415-927-5150.

This press release was produced by the Town of San Anselmo. The views expressed here are the author’s own.