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September 3, 2025
Santa Monica Daily Press
Seven months post-Palisades Fire, Malibu has issued its first rebuild permit, but recovery remains challenging. This article details the numerous obstacles homeowners face, including steep, unstable terrain, infrastructure limitations, and stringent coastal development regulations that demand "careful, site-specific review." For fire victims already navigating complex insurance settlements and regulatory hurdles, the slow pace and unique complications highlight why legal guidance is critical to securing a safe, resilient, and timely path home.
California plan to ban most plants within 5 feet of homes for wildfire safety overlooks some important truths about flammability
As wildfire survivors face the complex recovery process, new state regulations known as "Zone 0" propose banning most vegetation within 5 feet of a home. This expert analysis argues that the rule is overly simplistic, ignoring evidence that well-maintained green plants can actually block embers and help protect homes—a fact observed in the recent LA fires. For homeowners already dealing with loss and rebuilding, this regulation places an extensive, potentially ineffective, burden on their property, underscoring the need for legal support to navigate and challenge regulations that may not prioritize true fire resilience.
September 22, 2025
The New Yorker 100
A moving New Yorker account from a Palisades survivor provides a harrowing look at the fire's devastation, underscoring the legal case against public officials. The story highlights critical failures—from hydrants running dry due to low reservoir levels and extreme demand, to the loss of irreplaceable heirlooms that represent the emotional distress and non-economic damages of victims. Read the full, vital story of the human cost of the fire and the necessity of holding city and state officials accountable for the failure that destroyed a community.
Malibu Issues First Palisades Fire Rebuild Permit as Recovery Efforts Advance
PacificPalisades.com
October 15, 2025
The devastation in the Pacific Palisades was an unnatural disaster compounded by gross negligence. This raw blog series exposes the failures of city leadership and challenges new ordinances like SB79 and Measure ULA that threaten to further harm survivors. It also provides critical financial insight, detailing the Casualty Loss Deduction that could offer significant tax relief for your devalued property. Read the full perspective on the political, financial, and legal fight for a proper recovery, and understand why accountability is non-negotiable for wildfire victims.
My House Burned in the L.A. Fires. What Happens Now?
June 2, 2025
The Conversation
Pacific Palisades Post-Fire Blog
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