Wildfire Zones: Camarillo vs Port Hueneme

Is my Camarillo property in a wildfire zone?

Check the CAL FIRE FHSZ map or contact the Ventura County Fire Protection District at (805) 389-9710. Hillside areas near the Santa Monica Mountains and Conejo Grade are most likely to be in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

What building materials are required in fire zones?

California Building Code Chapter 7A requires Class A roofing, fire-resistant siding, tempered or dual-pane windows, enclosed eaves, ember-resistant vents, and ignition-resistant decking. These requirements apply to new construction and major remodels in VHFHSZ areas.

Do fire zone requirements affect home renovations?

Major remodels and additions in VHFHSZ areas must comply with CBC Chapter 7A fire-resistant construction standards. Minor repairs using like-for-like materials may be exempt. Contact Community Development at (805) 388-5360 for specific project requirements.

Is Port Hueneme in a wildfire zone?

Most of Port Hueneme is not in a designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. The city's flat coastal terrain results in low wildfire risk compared to inland Ventura County areas.

Do I need special wildfire insurance in Port Hueneme?

Standard homeowner insurance typically covers fire risk in Port Hueneme. You are unlikely to face the wildfire insurance challenges seen in hillside or rural Ventura County areas.

Are there extra building requirements for fire in Port Hueneme?

Standard California Building Code fire safety requirements apply. The enhanced CBC Chapter 7A wildfire construction standards apply primarily in VHFHSZ areas, which most of Port Hueneme is not.