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Gas-powered leaf blowers used by commercial landscapers permitted only in specified contexts — cemeteries, golf courses, government or school property, and commercial / industrial zones. Otherwise hours-restricted: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., no Sunday or holiday use. Chapter 180.
Enacted: 2021-08-10 In effect since: 2021-08-10
Carve-outs:
Municipal — Use on government property Schools — Use on school property Golf courses — Use at golf courses Cemeteries — Use at cemeteries Other — Use in commercial / industrial zones
Last updated: Jun 3, 2026
Research & citations
- Chapter 180 — Town of Southold (eCode360)
— Town of Southold, 2011-07-19
Town of Southold Chapter 180, adopted as L.L. 8-2011 on July 19, 2011. Restricts commercial-landscaper gas-powered leaf blowers to specified contexts (cemeteries, golf courses, government/school property, commercial/industrial zones), with hours restrictions otherwise.
Pending Three state bills — rebate passed both chambers, sale + seasonal use still pending
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