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.
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.
Fire code violations are enforceable as misdemeanors or infractions per IMC §1-18. Administrative fines may apply.
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