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Defensible Space and Fuel Mitigation
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Defensible Space & Home Hardening Matching Fund Program
The Town of Woodside is committed to reducing the threat of wildfire in our community. In support of this effort, the Town Council has established the Defensible Space and Home Hardening Matching Fund Program. For approved projects, the Town will reimburse you 50% of the cost of creating defensible space and/or home hardening, up to a maximum of $3,000.
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Woodside Fire Protection District (WFPD) Chipping Schedule
WFPD offers a neighborhood Chipper Program in conjunction with the Town of Woodside and the Town of Portola Valley. The Chipper Program is a fuel reduction program to help decrease our community threat from wildfire. The program goal is to assist residents in maintaining defensible space around their homes. The WFPD Chipper Program runs from May through November. Please check the Woodside Fire Protection District's website for your scheduled chipping date.
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Woodside Fire Protection District Fuel Mitigation Ordinance
Woodside Fire Protection District (WFPD) adopted a new Fuel Mitigation Ordinance on April 30, 2024 that will require property owners in Woodside, Portola Valley and surrounding communities to create defensible space around their homes to help guard against the spread of wildfires. Ordinance 24-01 takes effect May 30, 2024, and the WFPD will review Standards and Guidelines for Defensible Space and Home Hardening for adoption at their May 28th board meeting. Visit the page for more details, information and resources to assist with compliance.