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The committee voted 6-0 to recommend broader wildfire-safety rules, including applying California Residential Code R337 to all new construction, redefining heritage oaks, and restricting combustible fencing within 5 feet of structures.
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If adopted by the Town Council, the recommendations would apply stronger wildfire protections across Los Altos Hills rather than only in the highest fire-severity areas. The committee also reviewed proposed updates to the Emergency Operations Plan, including clearer emergency authority, evacuation and curfew procedures, and emergency operations center roles. Members discussed hiring a full-time emergency manager but did not make a decision on that proposal.
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