1330 Wildland/Urban Interface
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To help mitigate wildland/urban interface fire problems the following safety measures will be required:
1) All brush and trees shall be kept clear for at least ten (10) feet from the home.
a) Limbing up of deciduous trees need only be done to the extent that the ground fuels (leaf layer, stems) are clearly separated from the aerial canopy.
b) Most coniferous and broadleaf trees have the sclerophyll coating on the leaves or needles and have a high sap content. These factors make it critical they be trimmed at a minimum of six (6) feet from the ground.
2) All cured dry grass shall be kept mowed below six (6) inches in height.
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