The Conservation Department reminds Westport residents and landscape crews that this is the start of the third year of prohibition for gas-powered leaf blowers in Town. Effective May 15, 2026 through October 15, 2026, the use of handheld and backpack gas-powered leaf blowers is prohibited.

Conservation Director Colin Kelly stated, “We are continuing our message that gas powered leaf blowers may not be used during Summer. According to the Leaf Blower Ordinance, passed by the RTM in 2023, “Summer” is defined as the days beginning on May 15th and ending on October 15th of each year.” 

Additional information may be found on the Conservation Department page on the Town Website: https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department/ordinances/gas-powered-leaf-blower-ordinance

Conservation Department staff will be responding as they have in previous years. Mr. Kelly said, “Let’s keep up the efforts to follow this ordinance. Let us know by email or letter if a property is using a prohibited blower. We will follow-up by reviewing each complaint and sending educational materials to those who are not adhering to the ordinance.” Contact the Conservation Office by email at: leafblowercomplaints@westportct.gov or mail at: Conservation Department, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport, CT 06880.

For more information, contact the Conservation Department at 203-341-1170 or review its webpage: https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department