P.P. Residents Association Urges Residents to Come Out Against Zone 0
The following is a letter from Jessica Rogers, the president of the Pacific Palisades Residents Association, arguing against the Calif. Board of Forestry and Fire Protection committee’s proposed stringent landscaping regulations: (See related articles here and here.)
California’s proposed Zone 0 wildfire regulations threaten to impose unprecedented costs and irreversibly reshape the character of our neighborhood unless we speak out now.
These rules require the removal of all trees, hedges, and plantings within five feet of homes, regardless of whether it actually improves wildfire safety. Our collective action today is essential to protect not only our properties, but also our local environment, financial well-being, and the livability of our communities.
Zone 0 rules are an imminent, statewide mandate that could force the removal of mature trees, shade, privacy hedges, and critical habitat—costing over $25,000 per property on average, with statewide costs exceeding $50 billion.
Evidence from peer-reviewed science and recent California fires shows that well-maintained, hydrated vegetation often protects homes, while one-size-fits-all clear-cutting may increase fire risk, intensify heat, harm wildlife, and raise utility bills.
This is our last opportunity to push for smart, science-based, flexible, and locally adaptable wildfire rules. The Board of Forestry is finalizing regulations now—public input will help shape their decision.
Sign the Letter:
Urge policymakers to reject a sweeping Zone 0 mandate and to implement rules guided by fire science, respect for regional differences, and consideration for homeowners’ needs.
SIGN HERE: [click here.]
Learn more: zonezerofacts.org
Attend the Vital Zone 0 Meeting—September 18, Pasadena
This public meeting is the final, decisive chance for residents across California to influence these rules before they become law. Every attendee demonstrates our strength and shows decision-makers that the community is engaged and watching.
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (arrive early for public comment)
Location: Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green Street, Space 106, Pasadena
Why Attend?
Numbers count—every attendee, online or in-person, adds to our impact.
Speak up—public comment is first-come, first-served, so arrive or log in early.
This is our final opportunity to insist on regulations that are reasonable, practical, and reflect the lived reality of California homeowners.
Together, we can demand wildfire rules that work for everyone. Sign the letter. Attend the hearing. Share this message with neighbors—our future depends on it.
