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Malibu staff reports progress on Palisades fire rebuilds but backlog remains
Summary
City staff and residents said rebuilding has accelerated after the Palisades fire: staff reported hundreds of applications and permits in various stages, while resident advocates urged council action to fast‑track plan checks to help displaced families return home.
City staff and community volunteers told the Planning Commission on Nov. 17 that rebuild work after this year’s Palisades fire is moving but remains behind.
At the meeting Jo (Joe) Drummond, representing resident rebuild interests, said: “As of this week, 16 new rebuild permits have been issued for the Palisade fire,” and asked the commission to recommend that the City Council prioritize moving remaining rebuild projects from building and safety into plan check so families can return home sooner.
Associate planner Larbi…
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