Category: Policy
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A Visual Guide to the Changes Despite the Fire Hazard Zone Maps released March 26th 2025 by the Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) increasing the amount of acreage included state wide, there are significant reductions within the urban areas of San Diego. This is primary due to the new method considering climate, slope,…
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Lack of Brush Management is the Fuse to the San Diego Powder Keg The Office of the City Auditor made seven recommendations to San Diego leadership in July of 2023 regarding brush management on City owned land. All of the recommendations were accepted, however, the COO that signed off on the advice had their position…
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As wildfires become more frequent and intense, urban planning plays a critical role in reducing risk and ensuring community resilience. Thoughtful development strategies can help mitigate wildfire impacts while fostering safer, more sustainable cities. Strategic Land Use Planning Urban planning should prioritize development in low-risk areas while limiting expansion into Very High Fire Hazard Severity…