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Council adopts state‑mandated fire hazard severity zone ordinance for Loomis
Summary
Following a staff report and public comment, the council adopted an ordinance designating moderate and high fire hazard severity zones within Loomis; the designation implements state mapping and triggers AB 38 home‑hardening disclosure and related requirements.
The Loomis Town Council unanimously adopted an ordinance designating fire hazard severity zones within the town to comply with state guidance from the California State Fire Marshal. The action formally classifies portions of town as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones and implements state requirements for mapping and home‑hardening disclosure.
Staff told the council that the state fire marshal had provided official maps and that state law requires local ordinance adoption within 120 days of receiving that guidance. The staff report described how the mapping will trigger AB 38 (2019) obligations related to wildfire risk reduction, including additional disclosure and, where applicable, building and defensible‑space measures for properties in mapped zones.
The ordinance was introduced, read by title and placed before the council; no substantial amendments were proposed. Public comment included requests for clearer homeowner information and FAQs. Staff said the town’s website will link to state resources and to local guidance so affected property owners can enter parcel data and learn what the zone designation means for inspections, disclosures on sale, and potential building requirements.
The roll‑call vote was unanimous: Councilmember Clark Kretz — aye; Councilmember Cortez — aye; Councilmember Youngblood — aye; Councilmember Cartwright — aye; Mayor Ring — aye. Staff will publish the ordinance and add explanatory materials and links to state FAQs to the town website.
