Keeping New Castle Clean and Quiet
Gas Leaf Blowers Are Not Permitted
June 1 – September 30
The Town of New Castle has an ordinance restricting Leaf Blower usage starting annually in 2021 from June 1 – September 30. Leaf Blower restrictions have been in effect throughout Westchester County for many years already and each year more communities across the country are implementing policies around their use.
Executive Summary – read entire ordinance here: Chapter §90 of the Town Code
June 1 –September 30
No Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers (GLBs)
Electric Leaf Blowers are permitted
October 1 –May 31
Gas and Electric powered Leaf Blowers are permitted
Noise Levels from Domestic Tools – no restrictions during the hours of:
- 8 AM –8 PM –Mon –Fri
- 9 AM –8 PM –Sat
- 9 AM –5 PM –Sun & Holidays
- All other times not to exceed 45 dB(A)
We recommend Homeowners and Landscaping companies learn best practices related to healthy lawn and garden care:
“Love ‘Em & Leave ‘Em” Landscapers info