Inglewood, CA Fire Regulations: Brush Clearance (2026)
Key Facts
- State Law
- CA PRC 4291 where applicable
- Local Risk
- Low; largely urbanized flatland
- Enforcement
- Property Maintenance Division
- Weed Abatement
- Required on all lots
Summary
Properties must maintain defensible space per CA PRC 4291 where applicable. Inglewood is largely urbanized flatland with limited wildfire risk. Weed and waste municipal code requirements enforced by the Property Maintenance Division help reduce fire hazards.
4291. (a) A person who owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains a building or structure in the state responsibility area shall at all times do all of the following: (1) (A) Maintain defensible space of 100 feet from each side and from the front and rear of the structure, but not beyond the property line, except as provided in subparagraph (B). The amount of fuel modification necessary shall consider the flammability of the structure as affected by building material, building standards, location, and type of vegetation. Fuels shall be maintained and spaced in a condition so that a wildfire would be unlikely to ignite the structure. This subparagraph does not apply to single specimens of trees or other vegetation that are well-pruned an
Full Breakdown
The City of Inglewood has adopted the California Fire Code through IMC Chapter 6, Article 1, which includes vegetation management and brush clearance requirements. Property owners must maintain proper clearance of combustible vegetation from structures. Dead and dying vegetation must be removed to prevent fire hazards. The Fire Chief has authority to enforce all fire code provisions. While Inglewood is generally flat urban terrain, the adopted fire code requires reasonable vegetation management for fire safety. The Inglewood Fire Department can provide specific guidance on clearance distances and requirements.
Violations & Fines
Fire code violations are enforceable as misdemeanors or infractions per IMC §1-18. Administrative fines may apply.
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