A project may be rebuilt with the same nonconforming use, yards, height, number of stories, lot area, foot print, floor area, residential floor area, residential density, or parking as the structure that existed or had a valid permit immediately before the Wildfire.

The proposed building shall be located within a maximum offset of the existing building footprint. The allowable offset shall be a maximum of 20% of the lot width and 20% of the lot depth, in the same direction as the lot width or depth, respectively.

Adding a new basement or enlarging an existing basement level is allowed and qualifies as an Eligible Project, provided the basement does not exceed 110% of the existing building footprint.

A second story that existed prior to the wildfire may be rebuilt and expanded as part of a like-for-like +10% project, so long as it complies with maximum allowable height and building footprint. 

Prevailing setbacks apply to areas with developed lots (where some homes burned down, and with some homes still standing) of varying front yard setbacks.  See

Under the Governor's Executive Order N-29-25 issued on July 7, 2025, solar pv systems are not required.

Yes, the current Energy Code applies. 

Yes, surveys are required if the property lines are not clear or cannot be established in the field.

Geology and Soils reports are required in some geologically sensitive areas as outlined in the Information Bulletin P/BC 2025-157 Geologic and Geotechnical Considerations for Rebuilding in the Palisades Fire Area.