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I don’t have any burned structures on my property, but I have burned trees, am I eligible for the State’s Debris Removal Program? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

I don’t have any burned structures on my property, but I have burned trees, am I eligible for the State’s Debris Removal Program?

Yes. Whether or not you have a burned structure, if you believe you have trees on your property that are dead or likely to die within five years as a…

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Will the State’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program remove trees from my property? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Will the State’s Consolidated Debris Removal Program remove trees from my property?

Yes, the debris removal contractor will remove trees that are a threat to the safety of the debris removal crews while working on your property and trees that are dead…

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Will the State’s Debris Task Force use local contractors in this effort? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Will the State’s Debris Task Force use local contractors in this effort?

The State’s Debris Task Force will choose a prime contractor who will hire subcontractors. The State’s Debris Task Force will make every effort to encourage the prime contractor to use…

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Can I use my debris removal insurance policy to remove items that are ineligible for removal under the Consolidated Debris Removal program? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Can I use my debris removal insurance policy to remove items that are ineligible for removal under the Consolidated Debris Removal program?

Yes. If you have a specified amount for debris removal in your insurance policy, you may use your insurance proceeds to remove fire-related debris that is ineligible for removal under…

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If I participate in the Consolidated Debris Removal Program, will the local government have the right to take all my insurance proceeds? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

If I participate in the Consolidated Debris Removal Program, will the local government have the right to take all my insurance proceeds?

No. The local government will only seek reimbursement from the insurance carrier as stated above. The local government will not attempt to collect any insurance proceeds designated for rebuilding.

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What portion of my homeowner’s policy will the local government collect for debris removal? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

What portion of my homeowner’s policy will the local government collect for debris removal?

It depends on the policy that you have. There are generally two types of debris removal coverages in a homeowner’s insurance policy: • Specified Amount: If your homeowner’s insurance policy…

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If I have homeowner’s insurance, can I still participate in the debris removal program? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

If I have homeowner’s insurance, can I still participate in the debris removal program?

Yes. However, to avoid a duplication of benefits provided by the state or federal government, your insurance company will be required to provide payment from your policy designated for debris…

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Who will pay for the debris removal? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Who will pay for the debris removal?

All upfront costs will be paid by state and federal agencies. However, if property owners have homeowner’s insurance covering debris removal, owners must inform local officials by indicating that coverage…

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What safety and environmental regulations are contractors required to comply with? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

What safety and environmental regulations are contractors required to comply with?

Contractors are required to comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding safety and the environment. Whenever there is a conflict between codes or regulations, the most…

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Who ensures compliance with worker safety regulations? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Who ensures compliance with worker safety regulations?

The State’s safety professionals and contractor safety professionals ensure work complies with all OSHA, Cal/OSHA standards.

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