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Fire Safe Council of San Diego County Defensible Space Assistance Program 11769 Watermill Road, Lakeside, CA 92040 Phone (619) 5620096 www.firesafesdcounty.org Fax (619) 5624799 The Fire Safe Council

How to fill out defensible space application

How to fill out a defensible space application:

Gather all necessary information:

1. Contact information: Provide your full name, address, phone number, and email address.
2. Property details: Include the address of the property for which you are applying for defensible space, as well as the size of the property in acres or square footage.
3. Fire hazard assessment: Evaluate the potential fire hazards on your property, such as dry vegetation, trees close to structures, or flammable materials. Take note of any existing fire mitigation measures you have implemented.

Assess the required defensible space requirements:

1. Review the specific defensible space requirements for your area or jurisdiction. These requirements may vary, so ensure you have the correct guidelines.
2. Determine the minimum distance required from structures, fences, and driveway access points to vegetation or flammable materials. This information is typically provided in your local fire code or defensible space guidelines.

Develop a defensible space plan:

1. Calculate the total area of your property and divide it into zones based on proximity to structures. Usually, there are three zones: Zone 1, closest to structures; Zone 2, an intermediate area; and Zone 3, the furthest from structures.
2. Determine the appropriate vegetation management activities for each zone, such as removing dead or dying plants, thinning dense vegetation, and creating fuel breaks.
3. Document your plan by sketching or mapping out your property, clearly indicating the different zones and proposed mitigation activities.

Complete the defensible space application form:

1. Fill out the required fields on the defensible space application form, including your personal information and property details.
2. Describe your defensible space plan in detail, mentioning the zones and the specific vegetation management activities you plan to undertake in each zone.
3. Attach any supporting documents, such as maps, photographs, or fire hazard assessment reports, if required.

Who needs a defensible space application?

Property owners or residents in areas prone to wildfires typically require a defensible space application. This includes individuals living in fire-prone regions, rural areas, or areas with strict defensible space regulations. Local authorities or fire departments usually enforce the application process to ensure that properties have adequate fire protection measures in place and comply with safety guidelines.

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What is defensible space application?

Defensible space application is a form that property owners must fill out to ensure their property is in compliance with fire safety regulations.

Who is required to file defensible space application?

Property owners are required to file defensible space application.

How to fill out defensible space application?

To fill out a defensible space application, property owners must provide information about the vegetation and landscaping on their property.

What is the purpose of defensible space application?

The purpose of defensible space application is to create a buffer zone around property to reduce the risk of wildfires spreading.

What information must be reported on defensible space application?

Information such as the types of vegetation, distance between plants, and any fire prevention measures taken must be reported on defensible space application.

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