Development Requirements by Jurisdiction

Wildfire development requirements vary by jurisdiction. Select your jurisdiction below to learn about the applicable requirements and use the property checker to determine whether your property falls within a Development Permit Area for wildfire hazard.

Cowichan Valley Regional District

Development in Wildfire Hazard Areas
DPA 5: Wildfire Hazard

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Municipality of North Cowichan

Development in Wildfire Hazard Areas
DPA 4: Hazard Lands

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Fir Shore Forest Management

About Fir Shore

Background

Fir Shore Forest Management helps homeowners, developers, and infrastructure projects across Vancouver Island understand and reduce wildfire risk. As a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) and professional firefighter, Jacob Atherton brings professional forestry expertise and practical wildfire experience to each project.

Straightforward, Actionable Reports

Easy-to-follow reports to help you cost-effectively reduce wildfire risk. Taking proactive steps make meeting municipal requirements straightforward and stress-free.