Resilient Rebuild: Incorporating Fire-Resistance Building Standards

The session will emphasize the importance of using climate-resilient materials and building standards so housing units can have lower carbon emissions and are able to withstand future natural disasters. The session will also explore the financial advantages of rebuilding with resilient materials, including the potential for reduced insurance premiums, access to green building rebates, and lower maintenance costs over time. Lastly, this session will outline California’s climate resilient requirements for home construction to ensure homeowners comply with requirements as well as available financial resources and rebates.