LA County launches self-certification process for fire survivors to speed up rebuild

Properties cleared after Eaton and Palisades fires: 5,000 and counting

A new milestone has been reached in the Los Angeles area’s push forward in recovery after January’s Eaton and Palisades fires, as 5,000 properties have now been fully cleared of debris, officials said Tuesday, May 20. The Federal Emergency Management Administration, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services announced that the number of properties across both burn zones, which total to over 37,000 acr…

LA County launches self-certification process for fire survivors to speed up rebuild

Los Angeles County launched another program in the continuing push to streamline the rebuilding process for survivors of the Eaton and Palisades fires. Tuesday, May 20, the county launched a building plan self-certification pilot program, eliminating the need for a full plan check review for those that sign up. Under the program, California licensed architects and engineers can self-certify that their building plans comply with the Los Angeles C…

Mayfair Legal Funding Provides Financial Support to Wildfire Victims in Los Angeles and Maui

In the wake of the catastrophic wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles and Maui, thousands of victims have been left to deal with legal battles and financial distress. Mayfair Legal Funding has stepped up to provide pre-settlement funding to those affected, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to sustain themselves. With a commitment to transparency, competitive flat interest rates, and a swift approval process, Mayfair ensures that …

May 24: CSUN to Host ‘After The Fires, A Retreat On Environment, Regeneration’

After the Eaton and Palisades fires, many people were left without homes, jobs and resources. The results of how families and communities were impacted may have come from a lack of accessibility to information and services including educating residents on strategies for handling unexpected situations.