Wildfire Zones: Folsom vs Sacramento
How do wildfire zones rules compare between Folsom, CA and Sacramento, CA?
Sacramento has fewer restrictions than Folsom.
Folsom, CA
Sacramento County
Folsom's east and south hills contain CAL FIRE-designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones due to foothill terrain, grassland fuels, and proximity to Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. Homes in these zones face enhanced building codes (Chapter 7A), defensible space requirements, and insurance challenges under CA FAIR Plan.
View full Folsom rules →Sacramento, CA
Sacramento County
Cal Fire maps identify limited Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Sacramento, mainly near the American River Parkway; AB 38 disclosure applies at sale.
View full Sacramento rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Folsom | Sacramento |
|---|---|---|
| Zone Type | VHFHSZ (east/south hills) | - |
| Building Code | CBC Chapter 7A | - |
| Disclosure | AB 38 at sale | - |
| Zone 0 | AB 3074 ember zone | - |
| Insurance | CA FAIR Plan common | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Folsom FAQ
Where are Folsom's Very High Fire Hazard Zones?
Primarily the east and south foothill neighborhoods bordering open space and Folsom Lake SRA. Check the CAL FIRE FHSZ viewer with your address for an official determination.
Do I need to retrofit my older Folsom home to Chapter 7A?
No. Chapter 7A applies to new construction and substantial remodels in VHFHSZ. However, defensible space requirements (PRC §4291) apply to all homes in the zone regardless of age.
Sacramento FAQ
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