Arizona Forestry Wildfire Mitigation Grant

Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management

Available Disaster Relief

About This Program

Cost-share grant program for homeowners in high wildfire risk areas of Arizona to harden homes against wildfire. Payson is in a designated high-risk area. Covers fire-resistant roofing, vent screening, ember-resistant siding, and defensible space treatments.

Grant covers 75% of eligible costs, homeowner pays 25%

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

Key Details

  • Up to $10,000 for wildfire home hardening
  • 75% grant / 25% homeowner match
  • Payson is in high-risk wildfire zone
  • Covers fire-resistant roofing, vents, siding
  • Application cycle typically opens in spring

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Payson, AZ 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 Payson 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.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Annual application cycle, typically opens in spring

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