CAL FIRE Home Hardening & Defensible Space Grant
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs CAL FIRE Home Hardening & Defensible Space Grant in its Grass Valley, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Grant program for homeowners in High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones to create defensible space and harden homes against wildfire. Nevada County including Grass Valley is eligible. Covers vegetation removal, ember-resistant vents, roof replacement, and other fire-resistant improvements.
Grant covers approved fire mitigation work up to maximum
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Grass Valley, CA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Up to $6,000 for wildfire home hardening
- Nevada County is in High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
- Covers defensible space, ember vents, roofing
- No income requirement
- Check for regional application windows
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (916) 653-7772
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for CAL FIRE Home Hardening & Defensible Space Grant in Grass Valley, CA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $6,000 grant. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for CAL FIRE Home Hardening & Defensible Space Grant in Grass Valley?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for CAL FIRE Home Hardening & Defensible Space Grant in Grass Valley, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (916) 653-7772. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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