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After Fires, California Needs Sustainable, Smart Rebuilding

With strong codes and sustainable construction methods that recognize the potential for wildfires, new homes will be more resilient to the forces of nature.

Ferocious wildfires raged across California this year, destroying thousands of homes and forcing residents to flee. With so many residents without homes, the immediate reaction is to rebuild quickly, but some design and architecture experts familiar with the situation are urging caution. They feel it’s important to consider resilient, environmentally appropriate design before rebuilding.

About the Author

Jennifer Goodman

Jennifer Goodman is a former editor for BUILDER. She lives in the walkable urban neighborhood of Silver Spring, Md.

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