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Council asks fire department to suspend new brush-clearance inspection fee and run public outreach

Los Angeles City Council · February 6, 2026
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Summary

After complaints about a newly mailed brush-clearance inspection notice that included a $13 inspection fee and steep penalties, the council approved a motion to temporarily suspend billing, require an information campaign and get a rapid report from the department.

The Los Angeles City Council unanimously (12 ayes recorded) approved a motion directing the Fire Department to temporarily suspend billing for a newly implemented brush-clearance inspection fee and to conduct an immediate public information campaign.

City staff and the city attorney explained the notice had been mailed and included a $13 inspection fee per parcel, a 200%…

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