CZU Rebuild Directive extension and recovery progress
Santa Cruz County
Summary
Fire survivors rebuilding since the 2020 CZU fire got relief: the geologic hazard review waiver now runs through August 2030. Staff reported 177 replacement homes completed, 136 more approved or under construction, and outreach to 173 owners who had gone silent. Residents urged more support — including funding for the Long Term Recovery Group — especially given high rebuild costs and septic hurdles.
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct County cost; extension keeps permitting flexible for hundreds of remaining rebuild projects.
CZU fire survivors still rebuilding or considering rebuilding in the burn area.
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