What if I’m in a high-fire severity area?

Wildfires are a reality throughout our region, which is why it is important to understand the risk in your area. If your property is in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Fire Protection District there may be additional requirements or reviews. Find out about your location and talk to staff early on to learn how where you live might impact your ADU.

State agencies offer several resources and guidelines to help.

• Visit the CalFire Fire Hazard Severity Zone webpage to learn about Fire Hazard Zones and find maps. Plug your address into the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Tool to look up your property and identify your Fire Hazard Zone.
• Visit www.readyforwildfire.org to learn about design and landscaping choices that can help prevent fire risk.
• Review the Disaster Ready Guide and Board of Forestry Code to make sure your ADU and property are fire safe.