California Wildfire Mitigation Program
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Applicant Requirements
To participate in the California Wildfire Mitigation Program (CWMP), applicants must:
- Be the legal property owner of a property located within a current project area at the time of application submission.
- Be willing to participate in a home assessment.
- Be willing to sign a right-of-entry agreement allowing access to the property for home assessment and approved site work.
- Agree to the terms and conditions of the CWMP and the applicable Local Program Partner.
Details for Interested Homeowners
CWMP applications are only accepted for properties located within current project areas. See the table below for current project areas and application availability.
Applications submitted for properties outside of a current project area will be rejected. Submission of an application does not guarantee participation in the program.
CWMP-funded site work is intended to improve a property’s resilience to wildfire. Participation in the program and completion of site work do not guarantee that a property will be protected from wildfire damage or loss.
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California Wildfire Mitigation Program
Current Project Areas
| County | Local Program Partner | Current Project Area(s) | Phone | Application Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado | Office of Wildfire Preparedness and Resilience | Weber Creek | webercreekproject@edcgov.us | 530-621-5569 | Accepting Applications |
| Lake | North Coast Oppurtunities Inc. | Kelseyville Riviera | homehardening@ncoinc.org | 707-461-0760 | Accepting Applications |
| San Diego | San Diego Fire Protection District | Campo, Dulzura, Potrero | HomeHardening.SanDiego@sdcounty.ca.gov | 858-974-5929 | Not Accepting Applications |
| Shasta | Shasta County Fire Safe Council | Lakehead, Oak Run, Whitmore | SafeHomes@shastafiresafe.org | 530-776-5144 | Not Accepting Applications |
| Siskiyou | Shasta Valley Resource Conservation District | West Mount Shasta | firesmart@svrcd.org | 530-572-3142 | Accepting Applications |
| Tuolumne | Tuolumne County Office of Emergency Services | Mira Monte, Ponderosa Hills, Sunrise | cwmp@co.tuolumne.ca.us | 209-533-6395 | Accepting Applications |
Protecting What Matters
The California Wildfire Mitigation Program is committed to quality wildfire home hardening and ensuring that participating homes are more fire-resistant while also maintaining visual appeal. The images shown here showcase completed projects from the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I sign up to receive CWMP Notifications and Updates?
A: Please visit this link.
Q: My property is not located in the current project areas; Can I still apply?
A: No.
Q: I rent my home; Can I still apply?
A: No, the legal property owner must apply.
Q: Can I apply for the CWMP if the property is not my primary residence?
A: Yes.
Q: I own a manufactured or mobile home. Can I still apply?
A: Yes.
Q: My home may be unpermitted or might have unpermitted features. Can I still apply?
A: Yes, but program limitations may apply.
Q: I have been awarded funds for mitigation work in the past. Can I still apply?
A: Yes.
Q: Is my entire property going to be assessed?
A: The home assessment is generally limited to the primary structure and approximately 100ft from the home’s exterior and its attachments.
Q: Do I get to choose what work gets done on my property?
A: If your home is preliminary approved, an individualized home assessment report will be generated specific to your property. This report will contain required, recommended, and optional measures for program participation.
Q: How are project areas selected?
A: Please visit this link
Q: Does anyone need to come inside my home?
A: It is unlikely assessors will need to go inside homes during assessments; however contractors may need to enter your home to complete retrofits as needed.