CAL FIRE Home Hardening Grant
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs CAL FIRE Home Hardening Grant in its Livermore, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Provides grants to homeowners in high and very high fire hazard severity zones to retrofit homes with fire-resistant materials and features. Covers improvements like ember-resistant vents, dual-pane windows, and ignition-resistant siding.
Grant for wildfire home hardening retrofits in high fire hazard zones
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Up to $6,000 for fire-resistant upgrades
- For homes in high fire hazard severity zones
- Covers vents, windows, siding, roofing
- No income requirement
- Check if Livermore property qualifies by zone
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (916) 894-4174
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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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Deadline: Subject to annual funding and wildfire threat zone
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for CAL FIRE Home Hardening Grant in Livermore, 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 Grant in Livermore?
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 Grant in Livermore, 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) 894-4174. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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