August 7, 2025

LATEST UPDATES

NOW AVAILABLE: Fee Waivers for Fire Rebuild Projects 


The City of Malibu has launched the Broad, Franklin, and Palisades Fire Fee Waiver Program to help property owners rebuild by eliminating City planning and building permit fees for like-for-like, owner-occupied homes. To save residents time and hassle, City staff will prepare the required affidavit on behalf of each qualifying property owner. After notarization, the City will record the affidavit through the City Clerk’s Office, streamlining the entire process. For questions or to start the pre-qualification process, contact MalibuRecovers@maibucity.org or call (310) 456-2489, ext. 400.   

Malibu Community Recovery Workshop 



On Wednesday, August 6, the City of Malibu hosted a Community Recovery Workshop to support residents and small businesses impacted by the Palisades Fire. Local and regional partners, including Malibu Urgent Care, Malibu Community Long Term Recovery Group, Malibu Community Brigade, LA County Economic Development Corporation, Boys & Girls Club of Malibu and Small Business Administration provided updates and information on initiatives underway, programs, and resources available. Woolsey Fire survivor families also shared personal stories of rebuilding and resilience. 


Fire Preparedness

Make Your Neighborhood a Firewise Community! 


Becoming a recognized Firewise USA® community makes your neighborhood more fire safe, and the City of Malibu's Fire Safety Liaisons can guide you through the process. This voluntary program from the National Fire Protection Association offers a simple, effective framework to help communities reduce wildfire risk. The City is proud to currently have 13 recognized Firewise communities! Most neighborhoods made this achievment with Fire Safety Liaison Bradley Yocum. To get your neighborhood involved, email Bradley at BYocum@MalibuCity.org


UPCOMING EVENTS

AUGUST

11


Malibu City Council Meeting

at 5:30 PM at Malibu City Hall


At the August 11 City Council meeting, LA County Fire Chief Drew Smith, one of the nation’s top fire behavior analysts, will provide a timely briefing on the upcoming fire season. The presentation will include an overview of regional fire risk levels, expected seasonal weather conditions, local preparedness efforts, response protocols, and community safety tips.

AUGUST

15


DEADLINE: Malibu Rebuild Center Survey

Submit by Friday, August 15


Take the Malibu Rebuild Center Survey to provide feedback on enhancing services and support provided through the Rebuild Center.

AUGUST

22


DEADLINE: Malibu-Topanga Business Interruption Fund

Submit by Friday, August 22


The Malibu-Topanga Business Interruption Fund (BIF) is a grant program providing $10,000 – $20,000 in relief to small businesses suffering financial losses as a direct result of the loss of customers due to the closures of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Topanga Canyon Blvd. following the January 2025 windstorms and wildfires. Learn more and apply.

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT

LA County Assessor's Misfortune and Calamity Tax Relief 

If your property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity, such as fire or flooding, you may be eligible for tax relief through the LA County Assessor's Office. To qualify, you must file an Application for Reassessment: Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity (M&C) Form ADS-820 with the Assessor’s Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed. The loss must exceed $10,000 of current market value. 


For questions or to submit an M&C claim, please email Relief@Assessor.LACounty.gov or call (213) 974-8658.


The Los Angeles County Assessor's Office and the City of Malibu hosted virtual webinar to help property owners impacted by the Palisades Fire navigate the complex rebuilding process. In this session, the Assessor's Office detailed available property tax relief and the property assessment process during the rebuilding phase.

CITY SERVICES

Last Chance to Submit the Malibu Rebuild Center Survey! 


The City of Malibu is committed to enhancing the services and support provided by the Malibu Rebuild Center. Whether you were affected by the Palisades Fire, the Franklin Fire, or both, your feedback is important. This survey will help us better understand community needs and improve the support we provide throughout the recovery and rebuilding process.

Palisades Fire Rebuild Dashboard

Please direct all media inquiries to PIO@MalibuCity.org.

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