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Community Members:
The State of California has released updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps, which are now available for public review and comment on the City’s website at www.newportbeachca.gov/firemaps.
These maps, developed by CAL FIRE, identify areas with varying levels of fire hazard based on factors such as vegetation, topography and weather patterns. They serve as an important tool for guiding fire prevention efforts and informing safety regulations in fire-prone areas. This is the first update for the Orange County region in 14 years.
To enhance accessibility, the City created an interactive webpage where residents can view and compare the newly updated maps with the 2012 adopted versions. We encourage all residents, especially those in fire hazard zones, to review these maps and provide feedback during the 30-day public comment period.
Following this review process, the updated maps will be presented to the City Council for formal adoption. This effort aligns with the upcoming California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. While the new code does not introduce major regulatory changes, it consolidates existing fire safety laws into a single, comprehensive resource for residents, developers and regulatory agencies.
It is important to note that these maps assess fire hazard -- based on long-term environmental conditions -- rather than fire risk, which takes into account factors such as home hardening and defensible space measures. However, properties in high and very-high fire hazard zones will need to comply with updated state building codes, landscaping requirements, and real estate disclosure regulations.
I encourage residents to review the maps, learn more about fire hazard designations, and participate in the public comment process. Your input is important as we work together to enhance fire safety in our community.
City Manager, Grace K. Leung
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The City's 10th Annual Mayor’s Egg Race will be on Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to noon on the Civic Center Lawn, 100 Civic Center Dr. Residents are invited to join us for this free family event, which will include train rides, bubbles, egg races, photo ops, crafts, movies and more! |
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The City is offering a Teen Leader Program for teens ages 13-15. The program gives teens an opportunity to work side by side with City recreation staff in youth summer camps, the Pint-Sized Camp, the Marina Park Sailing & Boating Center, and for City events.
Participants can earn service credits, get involved in the community, develop and enhance life and work skills, and gain valuable job experience. For more information or to apply, click here.
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On Saturday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., the City is hosting a Compost, E-Waste and Document Shredding event for Newport Beach residents, at the City Yard located at 592 Superior Ave. On-site document shredding and electronic waste drop-off will be available. Additionally free bagged compost will also be provided while supplies last. Please remove batteries from any devices.
Should you have any question regarding the event, you can email them to pwinfo@newportbeachca.gov or call 949-644-3055.
For Newport Beach residents unable to attend, the City will also plan to provide free self-serve pick-up, bagged compost in the parking lot across from Oasis Senior Center at 801 Narcissus Ave., and the parking lot between Fields 3 and 4 at Bonita Canyon Sports Park East at 1990 Ford Road.
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The Newport Beach Fire Department (NBFD) reminds homeowners that they can request a free wildfire safety inspection of their property. Through this service, trained fire personnel will visit your home and provide guidance on vegetation management, defensible space, and steps to reduce wildfire risk. Inspections can be scheduled directly through the NBFD website.
This local effort also supports statewide updates to fire regulations, including the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, which takes effect in January 2026. While the updated code mainly consolidates existing fire safety laws, it underscores the importance of understanding local hazards and taking preventive action.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the free inspection services, as well as the updated map tools by visiting www.newportbeachca.gov/firemaps.
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In preparation for the busy summer season, the Oceanfront Parking Lot, located near Newport Pier, will be repaved and restriped from Monday, March 31 through Tuesday, April 1. Working hours are limited from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Portions of the Oceanfront Parking Lot will be closed to facilitate construction activities. The adjacent McFadden Place Parking Lot will remain open throughout construction. Please observe and follow all temporary traffic control signs and personnel during construction.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
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 This week, the City’s homeless outreach and response teams:
- Permanently housed an older adult in supportive housing after a stay at the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter.
- Placed a person in the Yale Navigation Center.
- Enrolled three people into services.
- Continued to shelter people. Twenty-five people who had been experiencing homelessness in Newport Beach are sheltered in the Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter.
Click here to view the latest homeless dashboard.
Click here for information on the City's Good Giving program.
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