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CAL FIRE Seeking Public Comment
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CAL FIRE Seeking Public Comment on Newly Released Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Areas
Post Date: 3/12/2025
CAL FIRE Seeking Public Comment on newly Released Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Area
On 2/24/2025, CAL FIRE released an update to the Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) map for Del Norte County and is seeking public comment. The State Fire Marshal identifies areas in the State as moderate, high, and very high hazard severity zones based on consistent statewide criteria and the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas. Previously, the FHSZ maps were only applicable to the State Responsibility Area (SRA), where the State has financial responsibility for wildland fire protection and prevention. The updated map now covers portions of the Local Responsibility Area (LRA), where the local government is responsible for wildfire protection.
The updated FHSZ map can be accessed at:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/6a9cb66bb1824cd98756812af41292a0
For full details about what the new designations mean, CAL FIRE has prepared the LRA Legislation Factsheet which may be accessed at this link. Pages 10 and 11 are Frequently Asked Questions. Additionally, there is a link to questions and answers about insurance from the State Insurance Commissioner.
Future development on land designated as High Fire Hazard Severity Zone must comply with the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) codes from the California Building Code Chapter 7A which may be accessed at this link.
The Del Norte County Community Development Department is collecting public comment on behalf of the CAL FIRE via survey responses. The Community Development Department encourages all residents and stakeholders to review the proposed maps, ask questions, and submit their comments. The survey can be accessed at: https://forms.gle/hyL6p3BUbaZAusoY8. Verbal comments can be left at: 707-464-7254.
Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps are created by CAL FIRE under the direction of the State Fire Marshal. Local agencies, including the County of Del Norte and the City of Crescent City, do not control the creation of the maps but are required to ensure the community has the opportunity to review and provide feedback.
Your participation is a vital part of this state-mandated process and contributes to a safer, more informed community.
The 90-day public comment period opened on 2/24/2025 and will close on May 25, 2025. If you have any questions about the maps and the process, you may contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal at FHSZinformation@fire.ca.gov or by calling (916) 633-7655.
Tax Deed Auction - May 12, 2025
The Del Norte County Tax Collector's Office will hold a Tax Deed Auction on May 12, 2025.
For more information, please visit: https://www.co.del-norte.ca.us/departments/TaxCollector/TaxSale
Monthly Payments Now Available for Property Taxes
Del Norte County is partnering with Easy Smart Pay, which provides the option for property owners to make monthly payments on property taxes online. For more information and to set up your own monthly payments, please visit: https://easysmartpay.net/del-norte-ca
For any questions, please contact the Tax Collector's Office at (707) 464-7283
Strategic Plan
The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors has adopted an organizational Strategic Plan for FY 24/25 that establishes the Board's Vision, Mission, and Values as well as Focus Areas and Goals for the County over the coming year. The Plan includes measurable Action Items in order to address the Goals included in the Plan. This Plan is a "living" document that is being updated in real time as progress is being made. To view the Board's adopted Strategic Plan and current progress on these items, please click the graphic above.
Grand Jury Report 2023-2024
California law requires Superior Court Judges in each California County to impanel a civil grand jury. Civil grand juries investigate local government activities. At the end of the year, grand juries publish reports about what they have found.
Grand jurors are bound by secrecy and confidentiality in grand jury service. Each member of the grand jury, under Penal Code section 911, swears an oath of office to not disclose any evidence brought before the grand jury, nor any discussions or deliberations that occur during a grand jury investigation. This oath ensures protection for those who come before the grand jury and maintains the independence and validity of the grand jury.
Adopt or Foster
If you are interested in adopting or fostering a dog, or wish to have a meet-and-greet with one of our animals, please complete and return to us the Adoption/Foster Application Form, pictures of the common areas of the home where the animal will be staying, and pictures of the yard and fence if you have one. Once your application has been approved we can setup an appointment for you to meet with the dog. More information is available on our Adopt or Foster webpage.
You can view available dogs at the following links:
Adopt-A-Road Program
Do you want to help keep your roadsides clean and attractive?
You can by participating in the Del Norte County Adopt-A-Road, a program that allows for private assistance with litter removal along County maintained roads. Your business or community group can help keep roads litter-free by "adopting" a minimum of 1 mile of County maintained road for a two-year period. Please see the County Adopt-A-Road Program Guide for full details.
