- Monday, May 26, many County of Los Angeles offices will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
- Disaster Recovery Centers will be OPEN on Memorial Day.
- The weekly Monday afternoon Altadena Community Meeting is cancelled for Monday, May 26, and will be resuming on Monday, June 2.
- This update is scheduled to be published again on Wednesday, May 28.
Recovery and Rebuilding Rolling as Roads Reopen
 Just in time for the Memorial Day Weekend, more roads are reopening.
Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), also known as State Route 1, has been reopened through the Palisades Fire area. The roadway had previously only been open to first responders, construction crews and local residents.
The race to reopen the highway and clear parcels along the Pacific Ocean was performed in close coordination with local partners from the City and County of Los Angeles. All parties worked urgently to support local businesses who rely on summer visitors and tourism for critical revenue.
A robust security presence will remain at the neighborhood level.
With the busy summer months along the coast fast approaching, crews have worked around the clock – literally 24/7 – to demolish the damaged and collapsed homes, remove toxic ash and soot, repair the roadways, and install new utility equipment.
As part of the cleanup on PCH and in the Pacific Palisades, more than 100 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers crews, working with consisting of excavators, metal crushing equipment, and dump trucks, continue working to clear parcels damaged along the PCH removing over 1,200 truckloads of debris per day.
Be aware that repairs will continue even after two lanes in both directions are opened to the public. For the safety of repair crews and first responders, drivers are asked to please use caution while driving through the area, Move over if possible and helpful, and slow down. A 25 mile per hour speed limit will remain in effect.
Due to the volume of traffic expected over the holiday weekend and ongoing construction, drivers should expect delays on PCH. Please allow extra time for travel or find an alternate route to your destination.
Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol remind drivers that traffic fines can be doubled in an active work zone.
The City of Malibu has informed the public that PCH traffic signals are set for flashing red (approach as an all-way stop) at Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Big Rock Drive, La Costa Beach Club, and Carbon Canyon Road. All other traffic signals on PCH in Malibu will be in normal mode. Traffic signal modes may be changed temporarily, based on existing needs.
Visitors to Malibu are encouraged to take Malibu Canyon Road and Kanan Dume Road to access beaches, shops, restaurants, Malibu Pier, Malibu Lagoon, and other destinations west of the Palisades Fire burn area to avoid traffic congestion. Stopping in the burn areas is prohibited.
Los Angeles County Public Works has reopened Tuna Canyon Road in the Santa Monica Mountains. Drivers using Tuna Canyon Road will only be allowed to make a right turn to access PCH.
The County of Los Angeles urges all drivers to exercise caution when traveling mountain roads and other fire-affected areas. These communities are still undergoing post-fire debris removal and other maintenance activities. LA County Public Works crews will continue to monitor local streets to support the safety and accessibility of roadways throughout the region.
Multiple agencies maintain roads throughout Los Angeles County and have information on their respective websites including:
The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works
Caltrans
USDA Forest Service
The City of Los Angeles
-StreetsLA
-Department of Transportation Traffic Advisories
-Department of Transportation News
In addition, real-time information can be found at these links:
California Highway Patrol - Los Angeles Freeway Incident Information
Los Angeles Real-Time Freeway Traffic Map with Cameras
Disaster Recovery Centers Open for Memorial Day - Services are Moving as of June 2
As the people of Los Angeles County continue to recover and rebuild from the unprecedented wildfires, the current Disaster Recovery Centers will be closing Saturday, May 31. County services will continue to be available to those impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires at two new locations starting June 2:
One-Stop Rebuilding Center
📍 1828 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
🕘 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Altadena Community Center
📍 730 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
🕘 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Services for obtaining rebuilding permits continue to be available at Rebuilding Permit Centers (information below in the Rebuilding section).
 Owners of Properties with Fire Debris Who Didn't Opt-In to Government Debris Removal Program Need a Fire Debris Removal Permit by June 1
Private property owners who have opted out of the government-sponsored debris removal program, or did not opt-in to that program, must hire an approved, specialized contractor to complete the work in full compliance with all applicable requirements, regulations and safety standards.
📅 Important Debris Removal Deadlines
🟢 June 1, 2025 - Fire Debris Removal Permit
All property owners who opted out or did not submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form must obtain a Fire Debris Removal (FDR) permit and hire a licensed contractor by June 1.
If a permit is not obtained by this date, the property may be declared a Public Nuisance.
🟢 June 30, 2025 - Complete Debris Removal
Fire debris must be removed by June 30, 2025. If cleanup is not completed by this date, the property may be declared a Public Nuisance.
If a property owner fails to meet the above deadlines, the County may take steps to remove fire ash and debris from the property; the cost of this debris removal will be charged to the property owner. If not paid, the cost may be recovered through a lien on the property.
Property owners can receive an Eaton and Palisades Fire Debris Removal permit via the County’s EPIC-LA system. This permit allows home and business owners—and their authorized private contractors—to manage their own debris removal efforts while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental standards. For more details, click here.
For more information, visit this web page or call the Debris Removal Hotline at 888-479-7328.
Appeal Process
An appeal process is in place for the properties that are subject to abatement. Details on how to submit an appeal will be included in the formal notices sent to property owners.
Both residential and commercial property owners must submit an appeal form if they wish to contest the Summary Abatement Notice and Order. Property owners have seven calendar days from the date the notice was posted, mailed, or published to submit their appeal. Late appeals will not be accepted.
Once an appeal is submitted, the Director of Public Works has seven calendar days to issue a response. The Director’s decision is final.
Ways to Submit an Appeal:
Property owners can submit their appeal forms in the following ways:
Online Submission:
Click here to submit your appeal digitally: Appeal of Summary Abatement
Email Submission:
Download and complete this PDF version of the appeal form, then email it to:
[email protected]
Mail Submission:
Mail the completed appeal form to:
Los Angeles County Public Works
Building and Safety Division
Attn: Summary Abatement Appeal
900 S. Fremont Ave, Alhambra, CA 91803
In-Person Drop-Off:
Visit one of the following One-Stop Centers to drop off your appeal form:
Altadena One-Stop Permit Center
464 W. Woodbury Rd., Suite 210
Altadena, CA 91001
Calabasas One-Stop Center
26600 Agoura Rd., Suite 110
Calabasas, CA 91302
For additional information or assistance, please call our helpline at (888) 479-7328.
For Property Owners Who Have Opted In
If you have opted in to the government debris removal program, and have questions or need assistance, help is available:
📝 recovery.lacounty.gov
📞 (844) 347-3332 - Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
🏢 Disaster Recovery Centers are open Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturdays. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
📧 [email protected] | [email protected]
Did You Know...?
If you have concerns over how private contractors are hauling debris, you can file formal complaints on The Works app or through the Opt-Out Fire Debris Removal Permits Hotline:1-888-479-7328. The hotline is open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
You can follow the County-wide debris removal progress via the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Phase 2 Debris Removal Public Viewer.
The Road to Rebuilding guide to help residents navigate the complex rebuilding process after a wildfire, Los Angeles County has created this guide to help identify the steps necessary for rebuilding on your property.
The guide will take residents step-by-step through the rebuilding process.
Recorded Rebuilding Together Virtual Workshops Can Be Reviewed by Clicking Below
April 26, 2025 Workshop on how to solicit, select, and work with a design professional.
May 3, 3035 Workshop on how preapproved plans and streamlined permitting processes can help homeowners rebuild more efficiently, safely, and affordably – while preserving the historic character of our neighborhoods and meeting modern codes.
Rebuilding Permit Centers: Get Help with Rebuilding
Rebuilding Permit Centers are open for guidance through the rebuilding process for residents affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires. These permit centers connect you with the departments responsible for rebuilding in your area.
LA County One-Stop Permit Center
464 West Woodbury Road, Suite 210, Altadena, CA 91001
Walk-In Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Rebuild Consultation Appointments Available:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 12 Noon.
SCE Planner Appointments Available:
Monday and Wednesday: 8 a.m. - Noon.
Click here for more information.
LA County One-Stop Permit Center
26600 Agoura Road, #110, Calabasas, CA 91302
Walk-In Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Rebuild Consultation Appointments Available:
Monday and Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. – Noon.
SCE Appointments Available:
Monday and Wednesday: 8 a.m. - Noon.
Click here for more information.
City of LA - One Stop Permit Center
1828 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Open Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Click here for more information.
City of Malibu Rebuild Center
23805 Stuart Ranch Road, Suite 240, Malibu, CA 90265
Open Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Click here for more information.
City of Pasadena Planning Recovery Virtual Consultations
Appointments are available Monday through Thursday here
Questions: Email or visit the Pasadena Permit Center
The County of Los Angeles has an introductory resource guide for planning, designing, and constructing healthy, fire resilient, and efficient buildings and properties. The resource guide is for property owners—and design and building professionals supporting property owners—faced with post-fire rebuilding. The resource guide also supports those considering retrofitting existing structures and/or building new structures regardless of fire impacts.
The guide includes currently available incentives & rebates, and links to other trusted information with fact sheets and checklists for property owners.
Click here to explore the guide.
Self-Certification Pilot Program Launched to Speed Rebuilding in Unincorporated Areas
The Building Plan Self-Certification Pilot Program is designed to streamline plan review and help homeowners rebuild faster following the Eaton and Palisades Fires.
Under this program, California licensed architects and engineers can self-certify that their building plans comply with the Los Angeles County Building Code, eliminating the need for a full plan check review. Architects and engineers interested in participating in the program must register at recovery.lacounty.gov/rebuilding/self-certification.
In the coming weeks, a list of professionals registered to self-certify will be available at recovery.lacounty.gov/rebuilding. Only architects and engineers who register in advance will be able to self-certify plans.
Eligible projects include the replacement of single-family homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and appurtenant structures that were damaged by the Eaton or Palisades Fire and are located in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
To ensure accountability, a minimum of 20% of self-certified plans will be subject to random audits. All required approvals from other L.A. County departments – including Regional Planning, Public Health, and Fire – must still be obtained prior to the issuance of a building permit.
L.A. County Public Works will continue to offer traditional plan checks and other rebuilding tools, including preapproved standard plans that have already been reviewed for code compliance.
For more information on the Self-Certification Pilot Program, eligibility requirements, or to find a registered professional, visit recovery.lacounty.gov/rebuilding/self-certification/.
Altadena Community Meetings
Mondays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. - NO MEETING ON MEMORIAL DAY, MONDAY, MAY 26
Online, hosted by Supervisor Kathryn Barger.
Free Testing for Lead
The Department of Public Health is offering free blood lead testing for those concerned about exposure to lead from the recent wildfires.
- Residents can visit their medical provider
- Dial 1-800-524-5323 to request a free appointment through Quest Labs
- Visit one of the community events listed here where Public Health is offering free blood lead testing
For more information on blood testing, click here.
The Department of Public Health also has a new FREE soil lead testing program for residents living downwind of the Eaton Fire burn area.
For more information, including instructions on how to participate, please visit: ph.lacounty.gov/eaton-soil-testing
For more post-fire information from County of Los Angeles Public Health, click here.
Free Medical and Mental Health Clinic in Pasadena
Mondays and Wednesdays, from Noon to 5 p.m.
In person, hosted by the Eaton Health Village, in partnership with the Department of Mental Health
For free medical and mental health care, including medical consultations, medical refills, mental health services and case management, vision care, and dental care.
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Location: Pasadena Seventh-Day Adventist Church (1280 E. Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104)
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More information: 951-595-7032 or click here
2025 L.A. Region Small Business Forum: Advancing Resiliency and Strength
RSVP NOW for the 2025 LA Region Small Business Forums.
The Forums will provide small businesses with valuable resources, expert guidance, and on-site services—all under one roof. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the LA County Department of Economic Opportunity, County and City agencies, business-serving organizations and partners, and small business peers.
📅 Dates & Locations:
Wednesday, May 28 | Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101
Wednesday, June 4 | The Lot at Formosa
1041 N. Formosa Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90046
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Exclusive giveaways:
➡️ Enter a drawing for a Microsoft Surface Pro
➡️ Connect with Square and receive point-of-sale support through the LA Wildfire Relief Hardware Program
✅ RSVP now: bit.ly/LASmallBusinessForum
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