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Phased rollout. Interim phase (effective September 1, 2024): internal combustion blowers permitted only October 15–December 15 and April 1–June 1; summer use restricted to impervious surfaces (driveways, patios, pool decks) by property owners only with narrow hours. Full ban scheduled for January 1, 2027 on parcels ≤2 acres and January 1, 2028 on parcels >2 acres. Electric permitted year-round.
Enacted: 2023-11-20 In effect since: 2024-09-01 Year-round ban: 2027-01-01
Chapter 61A of the Norwalk Code of Ordinances, passed by Common Council 8–3–1. Penalties: 1st violation written warning; subsequent violations up to $250 each. Common Council scheduled a re-vote for September 1, 2026 to assess electric-equipment technology viability before the 2027 full ban takes effect. Bilingual (English/Spanish) enforcement flyers. 20 complaints in the first month of enforcement (Sept 15 – Oct 15, 2024); no fines issued.
Last updated: May 26, 2026
Timeline
- 2024-09-01 Effective date reached — Interim phase takes effect: seasonal windows + impervious-surface-only summer rule
- 2023-11-20 Adopted — Common Council passed Chapter 61A (8–3–1)
- Upcoming 2028-01-01 Effective date reached — Phase: Full ban extends to parcels >2 acres
- Upcoming 2027-01-01 Effective date reached — Phase: Full ban begins on parcels ≤2 acres (conditional on 2026 re-vote)
- Upcoming 2026-09-01 Effective date reached — Phase: Scheduled Common Council re-vote on electric-equipment technology viability before 2027 full ban
Failed in legislature SB 319 — ban stripped, loan program only
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