Fire Mitigation and Tree Removal in Boulder County: What Front Range Homeowners Must Know

Fire Mitigation and Tree Removal in Boulder County: What Front Range Homeowners Must Know

Key Takeaways Boulder County fire code requires 100 feet of defensible space around all structures in wildland-urban interface areas Dead, diseased, and dangerous trees must be removed first, as they become fuel ladders spreading crown fires Bark beetle-killed pine trees are critically dangerous. Dry, brittle wood ignites easily and burns intensely Tree spacing matters more […]

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Lafayette’s New Tree Ordinance: What Homeowners Need to Know Before Pruning for Fire Safety

Lafayette’s New Tree Ordinance: What Homeowners Need to Know Before Pruning for Fire Safety

Lafayette homeowners must now balance two competing priorities: protecting their homes from wildfire through defensible space pruning and complying with the city’s updated tree protection ordinance. The rules are straightforward once you understand them. Protected trees cannot be removed without a permit. Pruning for fire safety is allowed, but it must follow specific limits, including […]

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