Wildfire Recovery & Rebuilding: Resources and Guides

In support of our clients and greater community experiencing the unthinkable, we are working to collect verified and helpful information and resources. Recovering and rebuilding from fire damage or property loss can be deeply overwhelming. Our goal is to help gather, review, and share materials from reputable sources to support you in the early stages of damage assessment and rebuilding efforts.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Ventura County Fire Recovery Resources

The Ventura County Long Term Disaster Recovery Group (LTDRG) is a collaborative of local organizations (nonprofits, faith-based and community groups) that work together to coordinate assistance for Mountain Fire impacted households. The LTDRG can connect you to assistance such as mental health counseling, financial counseling, volunteer assistance, in-kind donations and in some cases, monetary assistance.

Ventura County Recovers: Mountain Fire Recovery Information

Ventura County Recovers: Debris Removal & Rebuilding

LA County Fire Recovery Resources

LA County Recovers: Debris removal

  • Most up-to-date information about the two phases of debris removal (Phase 1 - Hazardous debris removal by EPA; Phase 2 - Opt in for US Army Corps of Engineers debris removal OR opt out to hire specialized, approved contractor to perform the work)

  • Link to Right of Entry Forms

  • Phone numbers for LA County Public Works Fire Debris Hotline 844-347-3332 | EPA Hotline: 1-833-798-7372

After the Fire Guide: Homeowners Checklist

  • Step-by-step guide for navigating what to do after losing property in the Southern California wildfires (from USC Public Exchange)

LA Wildfire Resources Hub

  • A comprehensive collection of all current resources for those impacted by the Los Angeles County Wildfires

LA County Recovers: FAQ

  • Frequently asked questions about returning after a fire

Mayor Karen Bass Executive Order #1 (Return & Rebuild // 2025)

Gov. Newsom’s executive order

Santa Barbara County Fire Recovery Resources

AIA Santa Barbara Recovery Assistance

  • Information about the rebuild process following the 2017 Thomas Fire and 2018 flood event

Bailey Hochhalter