Planning and Design

Using the results of your home fire evaluation as an inventory, you can now start planning and designing your firewise landscape. Take your time during the planning and design stage of the project – this is very important and will be key to your success.

There are two primary elements of your firewise landscape; the hardscape (semi-permanent to permanent features such as sidewalks, patios, driveways, and retaining walls); and the plant materials. These elements work together to form a treated area surrounding your home out to 100 feet that is most commonly known as defensible space.