Wildfire Zones: Anaheim vs Fullerton
How do wildfire zones rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Fullerton, CA?
Fullerton has fewer restrictions than Anaheim.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
Anaheim designates the Anaheim Hills area as a Special Protection Area (Wildland-Urban Interface). OCFA provides fire protection in these areas. Fire-resistant construction, fuel modification plans, and defensible space are required.
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Orange County
Portions of Fullerton in the northern hills near the Puente Hills and West Coyote Hills are designated as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) by CAL FIRE. Properties in these zones face additional building and landscaping requirements.
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| Fact | Anaheim | Fullerton |
|---|---|---|
| WUI Area | Anaheim Hills | - |
| Fire Service | OCFA (portions) | - |
| Construction | CBC Chapter 7A | - |
| Code | AMC 16.08 / CFC | - |
| Fire Zones | - | Northern hills — VHFHSZ designated |
| Defensible Space | - | 100 ft clearance required (PRC §4291) |
| Building Code | - | CBC Chapter 7A ignition-resistant |
| Inspections | - | Annual by Fullerton Fire Dept. |
| Contact | - | Fullerton Fire — (714) 738-6500 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Anaheim FAQ
Is my Anaheim property in a wildfire zone?
The Anaheim Hills area is designated as a Special Protection Area (WUI). Contact the Life Safety Section at Anaheim Fire & Rescue for specific property assessments.
What fire-resistant building requirements apply?
WUI construction must meet CBC Chapter 7A: Class A roof, ember-resistant vents, fire-rated walls. Fuel modification plans required for new development.
Fullerton FAQ
Is my Fullerton property in a wildfire zone?
Properties in northern Fullerton near the West Coyote Hills and Puente Hills may be in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Check the CAL FIRE FHSZ map or contact the Fullerton Fire Department at (714) 738-6500.
What is defensible space in Fullerton?
Properties in fire hazard zones must maintain 100 feet of defensible space around structures per California PRC Section 4291, including removing dead vegetation and maintaining fire-resistant landscaping.
Do fire zone properties need special building materials?
Yes. Properties in VHFHSZ areas must comply with CBC Chapter 7A for ignition-resistant construction including fire-rated roofing, walls, and ember-resistant vents.
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