CAL FIRE Defensible Space Cost-Share Grant

CAL FIRE

Available Disaster Relief

About This Program

Cost-share grants to create or maintain defensible space around homes in State Responsibility Areas. Covers vegetation removal, tree trimming, and creation of fuel breaks to reduce wildfire risk. Homeowner provides 50% match for project costs.

Grant covers 50% of approved defensible space work, up to $2,000

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Up to $2,000 grant (50% match required)
  • Vegetation removal, tree trimming
  • Reduces wildfire risk around home
  • Must be in State Responsibility Area
  • Homeowner provides 50% match

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Live Oak, CA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Live Oak early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Varies by local unit, check CAL FIRE

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