Only government contractors remove trees that pose a risk to crew safety and trees that have died as a result of the fire or are likely to die within 5 years, and that would affect public rights of way or other improved public property if they fell. Entrance fee applications and accompanying documents may be submitted to Environmental Health by U.S. mail at 625 5th Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 or by email at EHDebrisRemoval@sonoma-county.org. • No fixed amount: If your landlord`s insurance policy does not include a separate debris-specific clause and instead includes the cost of debris removal in the overall coverage, the local government will only collect the proceeds of the debris removal insurance after your home has been rebuilt. The local government will only collect all available insurance products, if any, after reconstruction. If there are no funds left, the owner does not owe any additional money to the local government for the removal of debris. • Amount shown: If your landlord`s insurance policy includes a separate debris-specific clause, the local government will only collect the amount specified in the debris removal clause. These clauses are usually limited to a percentage of the coverage amounts listed in the policy (for example. B five per cent of the value of a primary structure, another structure and personal property). You don`t owe any extra money to the local government, even if the actual cost of removing the debris has exceeded the amount stated in your insurance policy for debris removal. The local government will not collect the remaining insurance proceeds, if any, until you remove all debris related to the fire. Yes.

If you have a certain amount in your insurance policy to remove debris, you can use your insurance product to remove fire-related debris that cannot be removed under the program (p.B pools, decks, trees, etc.). The local government will not collect the remaining insurance proceeds, if any, until you remove the inadmissible debris related to the fire. As of November 9, the available timelines are as follows: Once the state`s debris task force has ensured that contractors have removed all debris and that ground surveys meet California state standards, contractors will return to install erosion control methods. The State Debris Task Force will then report to your local government that your fate is clear. Your local government will then inform you that your property is safe and ready for reconstruction. ROEs submitted after the deadline must be reviewed by the city or county on a case-by-case basis. Homeowners who need assistance can contact Environmental Health at (707) 565-6700 or EHDebrisRemoval@sonoma-county.org who have questions about the application process. You can make a personal or virtual appointment for assistance on the right to participate form at debris_appointments.timetap.com/#/. Due to COVID restrictions, walk-in tours are not accepted. No. Debris removal teams are on plots to perform specific operations related to the removal of contaminated soil, ash/debris, concrete and metals. Due to the high number of participants in the program, we cannot give homeowners an exact date for their cleanup work.

However, you will receive a call between 24 and 48 hours before the move. Moving crews are specifically certified to handle household hazardous waste. Debris removal officials will first prioritize sites in or near sensitive areas such as watersheds, schools, daycares and health facilities. Debris disposal officials will then attempt to identify areas where there are clusters of eligible properties. Household hazardous waste must be disposed of immediately to protect public health and safety. This is an emergency protective measure. Hazardous waste could have significant long-term environmental impacts and should not be combined with waste from general remediation that goes to landfill. Yes, if they ask for attendance; However, exclusion zones will be established around the work area to ensure safety and owners will not be allowed to enter these areas during debris removal. The safety of the public and workers is a priority during debris work. To avoid safety risks, the public is encouraged to stay away from areas where debris removal work is underway.

All initial costs are covered by state and federal agencies. However, if homeowners have insurance that specifically covers debris removal, homeowners should notify their local officials. To avoid double benefits, homeowners should transfer a portion of insurance claims specifically reserved for debris removal. If an owner disconnects after debris removal begins, the owner is responsible for reimbursing all available insurance products related to the removal of collected debris to offset the government`s debris expenses. An Entrance Fee Form (RCP) authorizes the city/county and state to access your property for cleaning purposes. By signing an ROE form, you register to participate in the program. The form extends the power to CalRecycle and its shooters to perform the cleanup work. Contact city/county officials to obtain an entrance fee. If you choose to participate in the state`s consolidated debris removal program by signing an Entry Fee Form (ROE), Cal OES, FEMA, and local officials coordinate with the state`s Debris Working Group to access your property to remove debris, conduct soil sampling, and ensure your property is clean and ready for reconstruction.

No. The city/county will only request reimbursement from the insurance company as stated above. The state debris working group will deploy erosion controls at the site and use sludge collection devices near rain runoff to minimize impacts on rivers, streams and aquifers. They also take measures such as packing debris into trucks to minimize particles entering the water through the air. Yes. If you decide to remove fire-related debris from your property, you will need to obtain all necessary environmental permits and permits from your local government before your contractors start working. This option is often referred to by your local government as an ”opt-out” program. No.

The local government will only require reimbursement from the insurance company as stated above. The local government will not try to collect the proceeds of the insurance for reconstruction. . Yes. However, to avoid duplication of benefits provided by the state or federal government, your insurance company must provide the government with a payment from your debris removal policy. (See additional details below) Pools are not eligible, but dangerous floating debris is removed by crews. In Phase II, Cal OES, FEMA, and local officials coordinate with the State Debris Working Group to perform fire-related debris removal from your property if you have chosen to participate in the state`s program by signing an entrance fee. Yes.

Landowners who want to do their own cleanup or hire private contractors to remove wildfire waste can do so, but they need to be aware of local safety and environmental standards and requirements. The city/county requires the same work practices, proper cleaning to comparable standards, and safe disposal requirements as state-administered operations. The available public funds are paid only for the work carried out under the state programme. Contact your local government for more information on private cleanings. Phase I (Household Hazardous Waste): You do not have to do anything to have household hazardous waste removed from your property. The operation is automatic and already running. Removing hazardous waste from fire debris prevents these environmental pollutants from polluting the environment and protects workers and the public from exposure during debris removal. The state or federal health equipment contractor will place a pole and laminate sign in front of your property indicating that household hazardous waste has been removed. .

Yes. Whether or not you have a burned structure, if you think you have trees on your property that have died or are likely to die as a result of the fire within five years, you must file an entrance fee form with your county. The state will hire a certified arborist to determine if the trees on your property pose a threat to public right-of-way (ROW), i.e. roads and/or public infrastructure, fire hydrants, water meters, etc.