Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban in Effect on April 1, 2026

The use of gas-powered leaf blowers is prohibited in Walnut Creek, per the City’s Municipal Code. Property owners are responsible for ensuring compliance with the leaf blower ordinance, whether they use a leaf blower themselves or allow someone else to do so on their property. Violations of the ordinance can result in a fine.

Gas-powered leaf blowers create harmful pollution that has negative health impacts on residents and workers. Help support a healthier Walnut Creek by making the switch to cleaner equipment and encouraging neighbors and landscapers to do the same.

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Sharing Information with Neighbors and Landscapers

Forward this webpage or share the flyers and videos linked below to help keep neighbors, gardeners, and landscapers informed: 

• General Leaf Blower Flyer - English & Spanish (PDF)

• Landscaper / Gardener Flyer - English & Spanish (PDF)

Hosting a neighborhood meeting? Reach out to sustainability@walnutcreekca.gov to request staff attendance to present information and answer questions.

While we recommend education first, residents can submit a report of the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in Walnut Creek using SeeClickFix. Please submit the report under the category “Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers” and include the location, time, and date. If you are having issues uploading a report, call Sustainability at 925-256-3596.

When you report a violation, the City sends an alleged violation warning to the address provided. If a City code enforcement officer can confirm the violation during a follow up inspection, a citation may be issued to property owners. 

Please note that this policy does not apply to unincorporated Walnut Creek. For unincorporated residential concerns, please reach out to Contra Costa County.