FIRE-03

Update Tree Planting Guidelines to Select Wildfire-Resistant Species

Implementation

Consult with CAL FIRE, the Sacramento Tree Foundation, and SelecTree to identify wildfire-resistant species and the appropriate species of trees for fire hazard severity zones. Incorporate such recommendations into updates to landscaping standards and tree planting guidelines in County Code or other appropriate documents.

Benefits: Selecting wildfire-resistant or fire hazard severity zone–appropriate species would help mitigate wildfire risk while allowing the County to continue to expand tree planting efforts that result in improved air quality and urban heat island mitigation.

Timeframe: Near term​​


​​​​​​​​​​​​Not Started​​
The efforts for this measure have not started. ​​

​Status of Imp​lementation

This measure will be implemented through the comprehensive update to the Zoning Code and/or Design Guidelines beginning in FY 24/25.

Updated 12/6/23​​