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Portland’s gas leaf blower policy: What you need to know

Whether you live, work, or play in Portland, here is what you need to know about Portland’s policy to phase out gas leaf blower use.

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Person wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) while using a backpack-style electric leaf blower as they stand on a curb next to a tree.

Administrative Rules Adopted for Gas Leaf Blower Policy

This week, Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability adopted administrative rules for the Equitable Gas Leaf Blower Phase-out policy, which went into effect January 1, 2026

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Black man with a red hoodie, gray jeans and a green hat uses an electric leaf blower in his yard.

Public comment period open for Gas Leaf Blowers administrative rules

The public comment period on the proposed administrative rules for Gas Leaf Blowers (Title 17) is open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

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