When building or remodeling in the City of Austin, you need to be mindful of the threat of wildfire and build with as much resilience as possible. Implementation of the Wildland Urban Interface Code for the City of Austin began in January 2020.
To see the details about the code and materials currently approved, visit
this web page:
If you have questions about specific materials or about details in the code, contact the Austin Fire Department’s Wildfire Division at [email protected]
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Central Texas is in a long drought cycle, despite occasional rain. Dry NWACA landscapes and the homes within are vulnerable to wildfire because we live in a greenbelt with a lot of wildfire fuel in its dead and down material. Our homes are most at risk from flying embers. They can be made relatively safe by removing debris, sealing all points of entry from flying embers, and clearing dead and dry vegetation. If you haven’t yet done so, please get a free home assessment to help you identify your risks. Use the Home Firewise Risk Evaluation form in the Be Involved menu on the home page.