What Is a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)?
A Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) is a strategic plan designed to reduce wildfire risk to a community and increase its overall resilience. CWPPs are encouraged by federal and state wildfire agencies, including CAL FIRE, and are tailored to reflect the specific wildfire risks, landscapes, and priorities of each community.
The CWPP for Beverly Hills is being developed in partnership with the Beverly Hills Fire Department, City staff, wildfire specialists, and community stakeholders.
Why Is Beverly Hills Creating a CWPP?
Wildfire threats are growing across California — and while Beverly Hills is an urban environment, it contains areas with elevated wildfire risk, particularly near open space, hillside neighborhoods, and landscaped areas with heavy vegetation.
The CWPP will help Beverly Hills to:
- Identify and map local wildfire hazards
- Protect people, homes, infrastructure, and natural areas
- Prioritize mitigation projects such as vegetation management, emergency access improvements, and public education
- Strengthen coordination between City departments, fire agencies, and the public
- Access state and federal grant funding for wildfire prevention and resilience efforts
What Does the CWPP Process Involve?
The CWPP process follows guidelines from CAL FIRE’s CWPP best practices and includes the following steps:
- Forming a Core Working Group – Includes representatives from City departments, fire officials, utilities, and technical experts.
- Assessing Local Wildfire Risks – Using fire science, historical data, and community observations to understand exposure and vulnerabilities.
- Engaging the Community – Gathering resident input through surveys, meetings, and workshops to ensure the plan reflects local knowledge and values.
- Identifying and Prioritizing Projects – Creating a list of recommended actions to reduce risk and improve readiness.
- Developing the Final CWPP Document – A publicly available plan that outlines strategies, roles, and timelines for implementation.
How Can Residents Get Involved?
- Take the Community Wildfire Survey – Your feedback helps shape the CWPP’s goals and priorities.
- Attend Community Meetings or Workshops – Learn about wildfire risk in Beverly Hills and share your ideas.
- Sign Up for Updates – Stay informed as the CWPP develops and get involved when public input is needed.
What Happens After the Plan Is Completed?
Once adopted, the CWPP becomes a living document that guides ongoing wildfire risk reduction efforts in Beverly Hills. It can be used to:
- Inform local policy and planning decisions
- Coordinate City department actions
- Apply for grants and funding opportunities
- Track progress on wildfire mitigation projects
Together, we can build a safer, more wildfire-resilient Beverly Hills.
Stay involved and informed — your voice matters.
