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.
Cal Fire's Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps for Local Responsibility Areas designate most of Sacramento as Moderate or non-VHFHSZ, with pockets of Very High near the American River Parkway interface and natural open space. Parcels in VHFHSZ trigger PRC 4291 defensible space, Chapter 7A ignition-resistant construction at rebuild, and AB 38 seller disclosure of wildfire hardening compliance for homes built before 2010. Buyers in these zones should request the AB 38 statement and defensible space documentation at escrow.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Sacramento code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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