The Road to Rebuilding: Overview
This animated video provides an overview of some of the steps on the Road to Rebuilding.
To learn more, see the Rebuilding section below or visit recovery.lacounty.gov/road.
Update on Monitoring by South Coast Air Quality Management District
To assess the potential air quality impacts of ongoing debris removal efforts near the Palisades and Eaton Fire areas, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) conducted initial mobile monitoring surveys to detect airborne pollutants, including toxic metals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These surveys provided a brief snapshot of air quality conditions at the time and helped identify pollutants of concern and locations where temporary stationary monitoring would be most effective.
Based on survey findings, cleanup activities, and proximity to homes, schools, and other sensitive receptors, South Coast AQMD established five temporary air monitoring stations in the most impacted areas. These stations measure particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), air toxic metals (such as arsenic and lead), and asbestos to provide the information needed to support health risks evaluations. South Coast AQMD developed a public-facing interactive air quality data dashboard to display the hourly PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations levels in real-time and provide the results of air toxic metals and asbestos measurements.
Results: The levels of PM2.5 and PM10 have remained below federal air quality standards throughout the monitoring period. Preliminary results show that most air quality measurements have remained within typical background levels. However, occasional elevated levels of certain metals, such as lead, arsenic, chromium, and nickel, have been detected above background levels in certain areas, but do not pose a health risk. Occasionally, some samples indicated the presence of asbestos.
Overall, these findings suggest that air quality in the affected fire zones has largely returned to pre-fire conditions. However, ongoing cleanup activities may resuspend dust and ash in the air, which may result in localized impacts on air quality.
The public within and near the Eaton and Palisades burn areas is strongly encouraged to follow the safety precautions outlined by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health to minimize the potential risk of exposure to ash, soot, and fire debris. Strong winds can carry ash and soot over a wider area, increasing the potential for exposure, so it is especially important to take extra care during weather fluctuations and windy conditions.
For more information, visit the AQMD Wildfire Response page.
For additional information on the post-fire air, soil and water assessment plan, visit this page from Public Health.
Malibu Residents Encouraged to Attend Community Meeting Tonight
 There will be a Community Meeting in Malibu regarding the Franklin and Palisades Fire After-Action Review.
The City of Malibu hired a third-party consultant, Witt O’ Brien’s LLC to conduct an After-Action Review (AAR) of the City’s emergency response to the Franklin and Palisades Fires. The After-Action Review will assess strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvements to the City’s emergency response to guide future planning, training, and operations.
Community members are invited to share their feedback on emergency notifications, evacuation and repopulation processes.
📅 Tonight, Wednesday, June 18
🕕 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
In-person:
Malibu City Hall
📍 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA
💻 Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85729367500#success
For those unable to attend the community meeting, you are welcome to provide feedback through an online survey.
Deadline Extended for Free Artwork Storage
 The LA County Department of Arts and Culture is still offering free temporary storage for artworks to artists and community-based organizations who have lost access to home storage, studio space, commercial storage, or other areas for storing artwork due to the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires.
Storage will be offered on a first come, first served basis, with priority given to applicants in the immediate fire perimeter. This service will be available for a maximum of one year, from July 2025 to July 2026.
Please check this website for full details on eligibility and how to apply.
The application deadline has been extended to Friday, July 20, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Assistance Deadline Reminders
📅 Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) Altadena Disaster Relief Small Business Loan Program: June 30, 2025 - Fire-impacted Altadena storefront businesses have until Monday, June 30, 2025 to apply for loans of up to $75,000. For program guidelines and application resources, visit altadenabizrelief.lacda.org.
📅 Foreclosure Relief for Wildfire-Affected Homeowners: July 7, 2025 - There is a foreclosure moratorium for FHA-insured single-family mortgages in effect until July 7, 2025. If you need guidance exploring foreclosure prevention options, Department of Consumer and Business Affairs counselors are available to help. For more information, call DCBA at 800-593-8222 or visit dcba.lacounty.gov/foreclosure-prevention.
📅 Economic Injury Disaster Loans: October 8, 2025 - Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations located in a declared disaster area and which have suffered substantial economic injury may be eligible for a Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan. Visit the SBA website for details.
 Owners of Properties with Fire Debris Who Didn't Opt-In to Government Debris Removal Program Have Until June 30, 2025 to Clear Debris
Private property owners with fire debris who have opted out of the government-sponsored debris removal program, or did not opt-in to that program, have until June 30, 2025 to complete debris removal.
If cleanup is not completed by this date, the property may be declared a Public Nuisance. 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.
For more information, visit this web page or call the Debris Removal Hotline 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.
📧 [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.
Partnership Accelerates Home Rebuilding in Eaton Fire Area
A new collaboration between The Foothill Catalog Foundation and San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is helping residential property owners rebuild. The initiative is offering a curated collection of pre-approved home designs and home construction for qualifying survivors, through Habitat for Humanity. The designs are pre-approved through an innovative “standard plan program” adopted by Los Angeles County for the Altadena One Stop Permitting Center. This allows for a simplified path through permitting.
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is assisting wildfire survivors in multiple ways.
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity and Habitat LA have launched ReBUILD LA, a long-term emergency response campaign to assist people with limited means to rebuild their homes, relocate to other housing, provide essential supplies, and restore their lives.
Whether a property owner is pursuing these programs or choosing other paths to rebuilding, One Stop Permitting Centers are available to assist.
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, 2025 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.
📺 May 17, 2025 Workshop on What Like-for-Like is and why it matters for unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County - how to take advantage of this process, which can help homeowners rebuild efficiently, safely, and affordably.
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.
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.
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/.
Additional In-Person Services Are Available to Assist in Wildfire Recovery
In-person County services continue to be available at two locations for those impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires:
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.
Altadena Community Meetings
Mondays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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.
As noted above, 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
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