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NOTICE REGARDING LEAFBLOWERS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CODE ENFORCEMENT |
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The Township of Montclair has determined that unlimited use of leafblowers powered by internal combustion engines impairs the economic and social welfare, health, peace and quality of life of persons residing in Montclair. Therefore, restrictions have been put in place to minimize the adverse impact of such equipment by restricting its use within the Township.
The operation of leafblowers in the Township of Montclair is limited to between March 1 and June 30, inclusive, and between October 1 and December 15, inclusive.
Leafblowers may only be used by landscapers on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., and by an occupant or owner of the premises between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Leafblowers may only be used by landscapers on Saturdays between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., and by an occupant or owner of the premises between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Leafblowers may only be used on Sundays, Good Friday, and Thanksgiving between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
It is a violation to operate any leafblower powered by an internal combustion engine in the Township of Montclair without a properly functioning muffler.
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