Private Property Debris Removal Deadlines—New County Ordinance
Los Angeles County is committed to our communities’ swift and safe restoration following the Eaton and Palisades wildfires. Property owners who did not opt in to government-sponsored debris removal program must hire an approved, specialized contractor to complete the work in full compliance with all applicable requirements, regulations and safety standards.
Important Debris Removal Deadlines
On April 29, 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors passed an abatement ordinance to protect public health and ensure proper removal of ash and debris from residential and commercial properties in unincorporated Los Angeles.
Impacted property owners who did not opt-in to the government-sponsored program must comply with the following deadlines:
Right of Entry
Deadline
April 15, 2025
- The deadline to submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form was April 15, 2025.
- If an ROE was not submitted, the property owner must now follow the private cleanup path. Failure to do so may result in the property being declared a Public Nuisance.
Fire Debris Removal Permit
June 1, 2025
- All property owners who opted out or failed to submit an ROE must obtain a Fire Debris Removal (FDR) permit and hire a licensed contractor by June 1.
- If a permit is not obtained by this date, the property may be declared a Public Nuisance.
Complete Debris Removal
June 30, 2025
- Fire debris must be removed by June 30.
- If cleanup is not completed by this date, the property may be declared a Public Nuisance.
Don’t Miss These Critical Deadlines
If a property owner fails to meet the above deadlines, the County may take steps to remove fire ash and debris from the property. The cost of this debris removal will be charged to the property owner. If not paid the cost may be recovered through a lien on the property.
Appeal Process
An appeal process will be in place for the properties that are subject to abatement. Details on how to submit an appeal will be included in the formal notices sent to property owners.
For more information, call the Debris Removal Hotline at 888-479-7328.
Public Nuisance Triggers
A property will be declared a Public Nuisance and Health Hazard if either of the following applies:
- An ROE form not submitted by April 15, 2025
- A Fire Debris Removal Permit not obtained by June 1, 2025
- Debris removal not completed by June 30, 2025