Fire Debris Permit Required by June 1 for Owners Not in Government Cleanup

A fireplace with bachelder tiles (Photo – Felita Kealing)

Private property owners affected by recent wildfires who did not enroll in the government-sponsored debris removal program now face critical cleanup deadlines in June.

By News Desk

Owners who either opted out of the program or failed to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form are responsible for managing their own debris removal. This must be done by hiring a licensed contractor approved to meet stringent environmental and safety standards.

Key Deadlines

• Fire Debris Removal Permit Required: June 1, 2025
  All affected property owners must obtain a Fire Debris Removal (FDR) permit by June 1, 2025. The permit is required for all private cleanup efforts and is available through the County’s EPIC-LA system. Failure to obtain the permit may result in the property being designated a Public Nuisance.
• Final Debris Removal Deadline: June 30, 2025
  All wildfire-related debris must be cleared from impacted properties by June 30, 2025. Properties that remain uncleared after this deadline risk being declared a Public Nuisance, prompting potential enforcement and cleanup actions by the County.

Consequences for Non-Compliance

If a property owner does not meet the stated deadlines, the County may enter the property, remove fire ash and debris, and bill the property owner for all associated costs. Unpaid charges may result in a lien being placed on the property.

The FDR permit applies to both residential and commercial properties and ensures that debris removal is performed safely and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

For additional information, visit the County’s official debris removal page or call the Debris Removal Hotline at 888-479-7328.