What's Happening in Lake Forest, CA…

The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection has designated the city of Lake Forest as a Fire Risk Reduction Community for 2026.

Local agencies that are in a very high fire hazard severity zone or in a state responsibility area are recognized with this designation. These agencies also need to have met best practices established by the state for local fire planning.

Both the city and residents may benefit from this designation. Insurers consider the Fire Risk Reduction Community designation as a wildfire mitigation factor at the community level in their rating plans under California’s Safer from Wildfires regulations. Property owners in Lake Forest are encouraged to contact their insurance carrier to determine if they can receive a discount, and the documentation that is needed for this discount.

Local Print shops can assist residents with the careful preparation, formatting, and professional printing of such documentation that is required when applying for potential discounts.

The city also receives priority consideration when applying for grants for CAL FIRE Wildfire Prevention. Projects whose goal is to strengthen the preparedness of a community and reduce wildfire risk are supported with these competitive grants.

The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection maintains the list of Fire Risk Reduction Communities and updates it every two years.

This designation for Lake Forest is effective through June 30, 2028.Get a Free Quote for Print