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Title 25 Building Measures & Wildfire Recovery in El Dorado County Supporting Grizzly Flats’ Rebuilding Efforts Through Their Mutual Self-Help Construction Efforts As A Community
Background: The Title 25 Limited Density Owner-Built Rural Dwelling Ordinance was introduced in El Dorado County to provide a streamlined, cost-effective approach for rebuilding homes in wildfire-affected areas, particularly Grizzly Flats. This ordinance allows residents to construct homes with fewer regulatory barriers while maintaining essential health and safety standards.
Policy Actions Taken in California: The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) oversees Title 25 regulations, ensuring they align with state housing laws. The rulemaking process involves public comments, legislative approvals, and compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act.
Local Government Agencies & Approval Process: El Dorado County’s Planning & Building Department worked with the Board of Supervisors to adopt Title 25 measures for Grizzly Flats. The ordinance required approval from the governor and coordination with agencies such as the Pioneer Fire District and Environmental Health Department.
Response to Wildfire Impact & Community-Led Recovery: Title 25 measures were enacted in response to the Caldor Fire, which burned 221,835 acres across El Dorado, Amador, and Alpine counties in 2021. The fire destroyed 1,003 structures, including two-thirds of Grizzly Flats.
Recognizing the immense need for long-term recovery, the community of Grizzly Flats has embraced a Mutual Self-Help Building Model to empower residents in rebuilding their homes. This approach fosters collaboration, cost-sharing, and hands-on assistance among families, ensuring a quicker and more resilient recovery.
Moving forward, Non-Profit Construction Corporation will continue to provide this model to other wildfire-affected communities and is collaborating with other mutual self-help building organization’s that have pioneered and developed some of the most efficient models in our nations history. This initiative offers guidance, technical support, and access to resources, allowing homeowners to rebuild affordably and efficiently. While this model provides immediate relief, full-scale wildfire mitigation and resilience measures will take many years to implement.
Beneficial Outcomes for Grizzly Flats & Beyond:
Affordable Housing: Residents can rebuild homes without excessive permit fees.
Community Stability: Families remain in their hometown rather than relocate.
Empowered Recovery: Mutual self-help fosters cooperation and support.
Sustainable Rebuilding: Encourages the use of local lumber resources.
A Recourse For FEMA Denial: Rural Communities are disproportionalized by FEMA Housing Standards
Wildfire Impact in El Dorado County:
Total Acres Burned: Since 1916, wildfires have burned 731,741 acres in El Dorado County.
Impacted Communities: Major fires have affected Grizzly Flats, Pollock Pines, Sly Park, Strawberry, Kyburz, Echo Summit, South Lake Tahoe, Kirkwood, Omo Ranch, Phillips, Georgetown, Kelsey, Placerville, Garden Valley, Volcanoville, Mosquito, Quintette, Camino, Somerset, and surrounding areas.
Your Impact as a Donor: Your support will help wildfire survivors rebuild their homes, restore community infrastructure, and ensure long-term resilience. Donations will fund construction materials, community training programs, prevent community deterioration, and provide emergency preparedness efforts and experience for a permanent long term recovery model.
Join Us in Rebuilding Grizzly Flats & Supporting Wildfire Recovery! Every contribution makes a difference in restoring lives and strengthening our community.
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