HC5aIncentivize and educate residents in CAL FIRE wildfire severity zones on the adoption of fire smart construction, renovations, and landscaping.

Progress

2026
Meet with various homeowner insurance company's offering fire insurance in Yolo County and collaborate on incentives and educational material focused on fire smart renovations, landscaping and construction.
2027
Initiate educational program and incentives.

Existing Policy/Plan
Yolo County General Plan - Health & Safety Element: Policy HS-3.1 requires defensible space and fire-safe development in wildfire areas.
Action HS-A38 Require new and/or existing development to establish “defensible space” by providing for clearance around structures, using fire-resistant ground cover, building with fire-resistant roofing materials, fuel load reduction, and taking other appropriate measures. (PolicyHS-3.1)
Phase
II