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Extreme Fire Hazard Zone

LOS ANGELES Fire-Resistant Fencing

Los Angeles County projects vary by neighborhood and local requirements. We design fire-aware fencing and help confirm material options with your AHJ.

FHSZ map Fire Zone Coverage
16 Cities Served
6 Material Types
Fire Hazard Zones

Understanding LA's Fire Zones

Los Angeles County includes a range of fire hazard zones. Local designations vary by map updates and jurisdiction; confirm your property's status with local hazard maps and your AHJ. CAL FIRE dataset notes SRA FHSZ effective Apr 1, 2024 and LRA recommendations from 2007-2011 (source).

Fire Zone

Very High Fire Hazard

Local wildfire requirements vary by neighborhood and site conditions. We help review AHJ guidance and select material options that align with your property.

Affected Communities
Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Topanga, Bel Air, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Rolling Hills
HFHSZ

High Fire Hazard

Hillside and canyon-adjacent areas with significant fire risk. Fire-resistant materials required for all new construction. Many communities have enhanced local requirements.

Affected Communities
Brentwood, Beverly Hills hills, Palos Verdes Estates, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village
COASTAL

Coastal / Urban Zone

Beach cities with lower fire risk but marine corrosion challenges. Fire-resistant materials recommended. Aluminum fencing ideal for salt air and wind exposure.

Affected Communities
Santa Monica, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Marina del Rey
California Fire Standards

Compliance Certifications

Wildfire risk varies by neighborhood and site conditions. We help prioritize fire-aware materials and design details for your property.

NFPA 701

Flame Propagation Standard

Fire performance depends on the specific product and test reports. We can provide documentation on request and confirm acceptance with your local AHJ.

CBC CHAPTER 7A

WUI Construction Standards

California Building Code requirements for Wildland-Urban Interface construction. Mandates ignition-resistant materials within defensible space zones. Updated requirements post-recent wildfires.

SFM 12-7A-1 to 5

CA State Fire Marshal Testing

Comprehensive exterior wildfire exposure tests including decking, siding, and accessory structures. Covers ember resistance, flame penetration, and structural integrity during fire exposure.

ASTM E84 (test standard)

Surface Burning Test

Fire performance depends on the specific product and test reports. We can provide documentation on request and confirm acceptance with your local AHJ.

Top 15 Markets by Home Value

Los Angeles Communities

Insurance treatment varies by carrier and policy. Fire hardening may help, but discounts or eligibility are not guaranteed. Confirm details with your insurer.

Malibu

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Extreme

recent wildfires Zone Fire Zone Coastal Bluff
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Bel Air

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

Estate Properties Canyon Risk recent wildfires Zone
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Hidden Hills

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

Gated Community Equestrian Fire-Exposed
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Beverly Hills

HFHSZ

Fire Risk: High

Mixed Zones Hillside Estates Security Focus
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Pacific Palisades

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Extreme

recent wildfires Canyon Bluffs Fire Zone
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Rolling Hills

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

Gated Equestrian Palos Verdes Peninsula
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Brentwood

WUI

Fire Risk: High

Fire-Exposed Canyon Edge Privacy Focus
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Manhattan Beach

COASTAL

Fire Risk: Moderate

Beach Community Salt Air Compact Lots
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Palos Verdes Estates

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

Peninsula Ocean Views ARB Review
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Santa Monica

URBAN

Fire Risk: Standard

Beach Adjacent Modern Design Wind Load
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Hermosa Beach

COASTAL

Fire Risk: Moderate

Beach City Narrow Lots Marine Corrosion
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Calabasas

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

recent wildfires Gated Communities Mountain Adjacent
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Topanga

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Extreme

Extreme Risk Canyon Living Fire Zone
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Westlake Village

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

Lake Community Rebuild Support HOA Required
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Agoura Hills

Fire Zone

Fire Risk: Very High

recent wildfires Santa Monica Mtns Rebuild Zone
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Encino

HFHSZ

Fire Risk: High

Sepulveda Pass Hillside Estates Skirball Adjacent
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Fire-Resistant Solutions

Services for Los Angeles

Wildfire risk varies by neighborhood and site conditions. We help prioritize fire-aware materials and design details for your property.

Non-Combustible

Aluminum Fencing

Non-combustible, powder-coated architectural aluminum. Ideal for coastal and mountain properties. Won't contribute to fire spread.

Non-Combustible

Steel Fencing

Heavy-gauge galvanized steel with powder coating. Maximum security and fire resistance for Bel Air and Beverly Hills estates.

Fire-Performance Options

Composite Fencing

Fire performance depends on the specific product and test reports. We can provide documentation on request and confirm acceptance with your local AHJ.

Fire Barrier

Block Walls

Local wildfire requirements vary by neighborhood and site conditions. We help review AHJ guidance and select material options that align with your property.

non-combustible

Gabion Walls

Stone-filled steel mesh walls. Completely non-combustible with natural aesthetic. Perfect for Santa Monica Mountains properties.

Non-Combustible

Custom Gates

Steel and aluminum automated gates. Fire-safe entry systems for celebrity estates and gated communities.

Fire-Performance Options

Ipé Wood

Fire performance depends on the specific product and test reports. We can provide documentation on request and confirm acceptance with your local AHJ.

Fire-Retardant

Artificial Hedge

Fire-performance treatment options synthetic greenery. UV-stabilized with fire-retardant treatment. Perfect for drought-conscious LA properties.

Common Questions

Los Angeles Fire Safety FAQ

Fire hazard zones vary by neighborhood and jurisdiction. Check local hazard maps and confirm local requirements with your AHJ. We can help interpret requirements for your property.

Local wildfire requirements and rebuilding guidance vary by jurisdiction. We can help review the current AHJ guidance for your address and provide documentation for your materials on request.

Local wildfire requirements vary by neighborhood and site conditions. We help review AHJ guidance and select material options that align with your property.

Santa Ana winds create extreme fire conditions in Los Angeles mountain communities, with winds exceeding 70 mph driving ember transport for miles. The recent wildfires spread 40 miles in 2 days during Santa Ana conditions. Fencing must withstand both ember exposure and extreme winds. Engineering for wind load is critical in exposed mountain and canyon locations.

Local wildfire requirements vary by neighborhood and site conditions. We help review AHJ guidance and select material options that align with your property.

Local wildfire requirements vary by neighborhood and site conditions. We help review AHJ guidance and select material options that align with your property.

Free Fire Safety Assessment

Protect Your Los Angeles Property

Insurance treatment varies by carrier and policy. Fire hardening may help, but discounts or eligibility are not guaranteed. Confirm details with your insurer.

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