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Wildfire Mitigation

What is Wildfire Mitigation?

Wildfire Mitigation is the implementation of various measures designed to minimize the destructive effects a wildfire has on your property. Some measures are designed to modify the forest environment surrounding a structure that puts the structure at risk from destruction by a wildfire.

Others focus on modifying the construction of a structure itself or changing its location to improve its ability to withstand a wildfire without being dependent upon fire suppression resources.

Who Does Wildfire Mitigation?

Anyone who owns a home in forested or otherwise fire-prone areas should consider the hazard presented to their property by a wildfire and should attempt to mitigate its effects. By doing wildfire mitigation work, homeowners can substantially increase their safety and reduce the risk to life and property. However, given the unpredictable nature and behavior of wildfire, it should be noted that there are no guarantees.

Wildfire Mitigation Information

Land Use Wildfire Mitigation

ephilips@bouldercounty.org
303-441-3930
303-441-4856 (fax)

Location

Courthouse Annex Building
2045 13th Street
Boulder, CO 80302
Land Use Department Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Closed Tuesdays 8:00am-10:00am
Map and directions

Mailing Address

PO Box 471
Boulder, CO 80306
www.bouldercounty.org