Built for Local Enforcement Reality
FFSM supports homeowners, HOA boards, and city-facing programs with practical mitigation work tied to real inspection workflows.
- Annual defensible space inspections: Many local wildfire programs require recurring inspections and documented correction plans.
- Correction windows: Notices often include short correction timelines, commonly around 30 days, depending on the issuing agency.
- Escalation risk: Unresolved items can lead to fines, tax assessments, or agency-directed abatement under local authority.
- Zone 0 focus: California wildfire policy continues increasing emphasis on the 0-5 ft zone and ember-resistant upgrades, including expectations for existing homes in many jurisdictions.
FFSM as an Extension of the Homeowner
Our role is not just project execution. We help clients navigate the full sequence from notice to completion:
- Review and explain inspection notices in plain language.
- Prioritize work by timeline, severity, and access constraints.
- Complete mitigation work aligned with the notice scope.
- Prepare documentation packets for follow-up and recordkeeping.
Program Tracks for Partnerships
- Pre-Inspection Readiness Services: Property walk-throughs, high-priority correction planning, and fast mobilization before inspection dates.
- Post-Inspection 30-Day Compliance Support: Scope triage, sequencing, and correction completion against deadline-driven notices.
- Zone 0 & Ember-Resistant Upgrades: Immediate-zone hardening, vent protection, debris management, and ignition-path reduction.
- IBHS-Aligned Assessments: Risk-informed observations that support practical hardening priorities and homeowner decision-making.
- HOA & City-Wide Programs: Repeatable rollout plans, resident communication support, and standardized documentation delivery.
Scope and Policy Note
FFSM does not provide legal advice or code enforcement decisions. Final requirements and timelines come from the applicable city, county, fire agency, HOA rules, insurer guidance, and site-specific conditions.