California Wildfire Mitigation Program

How it works

The California Wildfire Mitigation Program (CWMP) was created as part of California’s effort to strengthen community-wide resilience against wildfires. Cal OES, in partnership with CAL FIRE, developed the program to support cost-effective structure hardening and retrofitting that helps create fire-resistant homes, along with defensible space and vegetation management activities.

What the money covers

The page says the program focuses on:

• Structure hardening
• Retrofitting
• Defensible space activities
• Vegetation management activities

It also describes the program as a comprehensive wildfire mitigation effort intended to improve fire resistance and community-wide resilience.

Who it is for

The primary goal of the CWMP is to offer financial assistance to vulnerable populations in wildfire-prone areas throughout California. The page does not give a dollar cap, match requirement, or a detailed list of eligible work items beyond the categories above.

Timing and legal basis

Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 38 in 2019, requiring Cal OES and CAL FIRE to enter into a joint exercise of powers agreement (JPA) to oversee development and implementation of the program in accordance with the CWMP business plan.

How to apply

The page includes navigation links for Homeowners, Applicant Requirements, and Apply for the Program, but the text on this page does not provide the full application steps or a deadline.