California Assembly Bill 3074 (AB 3074)
What is Assembly Bill 3074 (AB 3074)? AB 3074 (Fire prevention: wildfire risk: defensible space: ember-resistant zones) introduced “Zone Zero” as a five-foot ember resistant zone. When officially adopted by the State Fire Marshal, this law will require a five-foot ember resistant zone around all structures located in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) which includes all of Malibu.
When does AB 3074 take effect? AB 3074 became law on January 1, 2021; however, it has not yet been enforced. Enforcement will occur when the State Fire Marshal approves vegetation clearance requirements. This is anticipated in 2025. Full enforcement on existing structures will not be required until one year after the State Fire Marshal approves final requirements. Full enforcement on new construction will take effect immediately upon approval of final clearance requirements:
- Full enforcement on new construction anticipated to be in 2025
- Full enforcement on existing structures anticipated to be in 2026
Who will administer and enforce AB 3074? Once approved, the Los Angeles County Fire Department will be under State mandate to administer and enforce the provisions of AB 3074 in conjunction with the existing Annual Defensible Space Program.
How can I prepare for AB 3074? Further assistance in preparing and complying with AB 3074 requirements is available by requesting a free Home Wildfire Assessment offered by the City of Malibu Fire Safety Liaisons.
To schedule an appointment for a free Home Wildfire Assessment, visit the online scheduling system. For more information, contact the Public Safety Department to speak with one of the City's Fire Safety Liaisons.
View the full text of AB 3074 on the California Legislative Information webpage.