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JUST IN: California Board of Forestry & Fire Protection Releases Latest Draft of Zone 0 Defensible Space Regulations

The updated draft “Zone 0” rules focused on the first 5 feet around homes—the area most vulnerable to ignition. Shaped by new laws and public input, the proposal emphasizes practical, science-based steps like removing combustible materials, maintaining vegetation, and improving structures near homes.

The plan includes a phased rollout (up to 5 years) prioritizing education over penalties, with flexibility for local communities to adapt rules to their needs.

Bottom line: cleaner, safer space right around homes = better wildfire preparedness for neighborhoods.

●      READ the draft rules: Summary of Draft Zone 0 Regulation

●      WATCH this explainer video: 

https://calfire.app.box.com/s/3ja7vbmjy4rqwuqxhs4lr9uw2ec04khn

Full Release: PRESS RELEASE: Board Releases Latest Draft Zone 0 Regulations Ahead of Southern California Public Workshop