100 ft defensible space in Very High FHSZ. Wildfire mitigation specialist works with HOAs. $180 inspection fee. New construction: ignition-resistant per CBC Ch. 7A.
New buildings in Very High FHSZ require 100 ft defensible space and ignition-resistant construction (CBC Ch. 7A). City employs full-time wildfire mitigation specialist. HOAs maintain fuel modification zones between boundaries and open space. Home Hardening inspection: $180. Vegetation clearance required per city standards.
Fire Department enforces. Inspections available.
Carlsbad, CA
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