Zone Zero is now law. Wood fences within 5 feet of your home are illegal in California — and your insurer may demand compliance before 2029. With hundreds of thousands of homes needing upgrades, contractors are filling up fast.
The law is in effect now. Zone Zero took effect in 2026 — existing homeowners have until 2029 to comply, but your insurer can require it immediately. Hundreds of thousands of homes need upgrades. The rush has already started.
Check My Property →California AB 3074 is active law, banning combustible materials — including wood, vinyl, and composite fencing — within 5 feet of any home in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. You have until 2029, but your insurance company doesn't have to wait. Insurers are already non-renewing policies with as little as 30 days notice.
Every brand we install is rigorously tested and approved for California's fire-safe building requirements.






We built our entire business around California's new fire codes. Every contractor in our network is trained, vetted, and current on local AHJ requirementsAuthority Having Jurisdiction — the local agency (city/county building dept. or fire marshal) that reviews permits and inspects your fence. Local AHJs can be stricter than state law..
Four steps to a beautiful, fully compliant Zone Zero fence — typically completed within 2–3 weeks.
"I was worried replacing our wood fence would make our craftsman bungalow look commercial. The aluminum horizontal slats look even better than the original cedar. Our neighbors keep asking who did it."
"Our insurance company gave us 45 days to comply or lose our policy. FireWiseFence handled assessment, design, permits, and install in under three weeks. Insurer reinstated our coverage immediately."
"FireWiseFence connected me with a network contractor in San Diego who was just as professional and knowledgeable. Knowing we're protected and compliant gives us real peace of mind."
Zone Zero is law today. Hundreds of thousands of California homeowners need compliant fencing — and contractors are filling up fast. Act now for better pricing, faster scheduling, and peace of mind.
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