Did you know that 100 Feet of Defensible Space is the Law?

In January 2005 a new state law became effective that extended the defensible space clearance around homes and structures from 30 feet to 100 feet. Proper clearance to 100 feet dramatically increases the chance of your house surviving a wildfire. This defensible space also provides for firefighter safety when protecting homes during a wildland fire.

Contact your nearest CDF Facility for more information.

Why 100 Feet? Brochure (pdf 942k)

Homeowners Checklist (pdf 181k)

Defensible Space Guidelines pdf 717k)

Defensible Space Regulations (pdf 22k)