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Regional âShop Local. Dine Local. Recover Local.â Campaign to Support Economic Recovery for Fire Impacted Small BusinessesÂ
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is reaffirming its commitment to the region's economic recovery by announcing the launch ofâŻa countywide public awareness campaign, âShop Local. Dine Local. Recover Local.,â to support small and micro businesses reeling from the economic impacts, such as losses to property, revenue, and customers in fire impacted communities.
DEO will increase consumer support and business revenue for impacted local businesses, particularly those hardest hit by the Eaton and Palisades Fires, such as those in Altadena and other unincorporated areas, as well as multiple cities, by raising public awareness of the post-fire impact on the local economy, actively promoting local events and businesses, and incentivizing community members to shop and dine locally.
To help ensure the long-term viability of businesses across the region, this campaign is launching in partnership with the cities of Santa Monica, Los Angeles, Malibu, and Pasadena, as well as organizations like Together for LA, the California Restaurant Association, Regarding Her, the Latino Restaurant Association, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) and the Independent Hospitality Coalition.Â
Local businesses in or near impacted areas canâŻsign up atâŻshoplocal.laâŻto be included in the Recover Local Business Directory, an online list of highly-impacted businesses. Participating businesses will receive promotional support and direct access to critical resources, including marketing tools and help navigating available services. Â
Residents are encouraged to take the Shop Local Pledge, explore participating businesses, and stay up-to-date on community events and special promotions atâŻshoplocal.la.
This campaign builds on DEOâs broader recovery efforts, including the $19.1 million LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Fund, which has already delivered support to more than 1,370 businesses and 2,300 workers across the region. In addition, DEO launched the Fire Recovery Resilience Workforce Program that provides paid, transitional work opportunities and wraparound support for 1,000 displaced and dislocated workers. The program is supported by a $20 million Investment from the Stateâs Employment Development Department through the National Dislocated Worker and Additional Assistance Grant.
Fee Waivers & Refunds for Rebuilding
On June 17, 2025, the LA County Board of Supervisors approved a motion to waive and refund fees for qualifying property owners rebuilding single-family homes in unincorporated Los Angeles County following the Eaton and Palisades wildfires.
Residents can check their eligibility on this Fee Waivers & Refunds page.
Assistance Deadline Reminder
đ Economic Injury Disaster Loans: October 8, 2025 -Â 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.
Join host David Sommers as he digs in and discovers how the Army Corps of Engineers is using science to remove debris created by the Eaton Fire in Altadena.
Watch here.
For Property Owners Who Have Opted In to the Government Debris Removal Program
If you have opted in to the government debris removal program, and have questions or need assistance, help is available:
đ (844) 347-3332 - Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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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 â Friday, 9 a.m. â 4 p.m.
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The Road to Rebuilding: Overview
This animated video provides an overview of some of the steps on the Road to Rebuilding.
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
đș April 26, 2025 Workshop on how to solicit, select, and work with a design professional.
đșÂ May 3, 2025 Workshop on how preapproved plans and streamlined permitting processes can help homeowners rebuild more efficiently, safely, and affordably â while preserving the historic character of our neighborhoods and meeting modern codes.
đș 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.
đș June 26, 2025 Workshop on Resilient Rebuilding Resources Guide - for communities in unincorporated LA County recovering from the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, an overview of the resource guide and the information and resources for planning, designing, and constructing a high-performance building more resilient to fire risks.
Pre-Approved Plans
To learn about the benefits of using pre-approved plans visit the
Pre-Approved Plans page.
To see the library with latest pre-approved designs visit the Standard
Plan Catalog page.
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.Â
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.
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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. â 10:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. â 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.
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City of Malibu Rebuild Center
23805 Stuart Ranch Road, Suite 240, Malibu, CA 90265
Open Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Â
Click here for more information.
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City of Pasadena Planning Recovery Virtual Consultations
Appointments are available Monday through Thursday here
Questions: Email or visit the Pasadena Permit Center
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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 ownersâand design and building professionals supporting property ownersâfaced 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 for 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 â including Regional Planning, Public Health, and Fire â 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
đ 1828 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
đ Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Altadena Community Center
đ 730 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91001
đ Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Altadena Community MeetingsÂ
Mondays, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Online, hosted by Supervisor Kathryn Barger.
- Submit Questions (until Sunday, July 13 at 1 p.m. for the July 14 meeting): Click here
- Join:Â LA County's YouTube channel.Â
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Join on Zoom with live Spanish interpretation and ASL: Click hereÂ
Free Testing for Lead
Residents who were near wildfires or burn areas are able to receive free blood lead testing through December 2025 by the following two options:
1. Visit Your Medical Provider.
Ask your doctor for a blood lead test. Testing is covered by most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal.
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2. Schedule a Free Blood Lead Test at a Quest Lab.
Call 1-800-LA-4-LEAD (1-800-524-5323) to request a free appointment. Testing is simple, confidential, and convenient.
The Department of Public Health also has a 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 PasadenaÂ
Mondays and Wednesdays, from Noon to 5 p.m.Â
In person, hosted by the Eaton Health Village, in partnership with the Department of Mental HealthÂ
For free medical and mental health care, including medical consultations, medical refills, mental health services and case management, vision care, and dental care.Â
- Location:Â Pasadena Seventh-Day Adventist Church (1280 E. Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104)Â
- More information: 951-595-7032 or click hereÂ
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