Sacramento, CA Fire Regulations: Wildfire Zones (2026)
Key Facts
- Zone Status
- Most moderate or non-VHFHSZ
- Parkway Edge
- VHFHSZ pockets at river edge
- Rebuilding
- Chapter 7A ignition-resistant at rebuild
- Disclosure
- AB 38 for pre-2010 homes
- Defensible Space
- PRC 4291 in VHFHSZ
Summary
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.
State Fire Marshal is mandated to classify lands within State Responsibility Areas into Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ). Fire Hazard Severity Zones fall into one of the following classifications: Moderate High Very High The California laws that require Fire Hazard Severity Zones include California Public Resources Code 4201-4204, California Code of Regulations Title 14, Section 1280 and California Government Code 51175-89. Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Document (PDF) FAQ Document (PDF) (Spanish) Examples of FHSZ State Minimum Mitigation Requirements Explore Fire Hazard Severity Zones The Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps are developed using a science-based and field-tested model that assigns a hazard score based on the factors that i
Full Breakdown
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.
Violations & Fines
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does VHFHSZ affect my insurance?
Sources & Official References
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