New construction · Pasadena
How does the wildfire (WUI) zone affect new construction in Pasadena?
Pasadena parcels in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone must meet California Building Code Chapter 7A — ignition-resistant exteriors, ember-resistant vents, Class A roofing, and defensible space. Northern foothill neighborhoods sit in VHFHSZ — Chapter 7A applies.
What changes the answer in Pasadena.
Northern foothill neighborhoods sit in VHFHSZ — Chapter 7A applies. Mature street trees protected by city ordinance — protection plans required for nearby work.
- Northern foothill neighborhoods sit in VHFHSZ — Chapter 7A applies.
- Chapter 7A material requirements
- Defensible-space inspection prior to final
- Mature street trees protected by city ordinance — protection plans required for nearby work.
Source-backed note
Cal Fire and City of Pasadena Planning & Community Development — Building & Safety jointly verify Chapter 7A compliance; the parcel's official FHSZ designation is the controlling input.
Reference: Cal Fire — Fire Hazard Severity Zones — Cal Fire / OSFM
Local authority: City of Pasadena Planning & Community Development — Building & Safety
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