Wildfire Resiliency Code Board
Senate Bill 23-166 established a Wildfire Resiliency Code Board in the Division of Fire Prevention and Control to help enhance community safety and resiliency from wildfires through the adoption of codes and standards.
ADOPTED: 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
On 01 July 2025, the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (CWRC) was adopted.
8 CCR 1507-39 Rules_Adopted
2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
State Map for the application of the 2025 CWRC
In accordance with 24-4-103(4.5)(a)-(c) C.R.S. the Regulatory Analysis of the Draft Rules 8 CCR 1507-39 concerning the adoption of the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code is hereby published for the public view.
Adoption, Implementation, & Enforcement Support
Inspections & Enforcement Support from DFPC
Pursuant to 24-33.5-1237(2)(d) C.R.S., adopting governing bodies may request support for inspections and enforcement from the Division of Fire Prevention & Control (DFPC).
If you are an adopting governing body or code authority and are considering the option to seek support from DFPC, please read this letter from Fire & Life Safety Section Chief Chris Brunette. We kindly request that you complete this brief survey to aid us in submitting an updated request to the Joint Budget Committee before the requirement to adopt the code goes into effect, allowing DFPC to prepare a team to be responsive to your needs when the time comes.
Peer Exchange Supporting Colorado’s 2025 Wildfire Resiliency Code Implementation
The Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC), in partnership with the CRO, are facilitating a Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (CWRC) Implementation Peer Exchange. Governing bodies that are adopting or supporting the adoption of the recently released 2025 CWRC are invited to learn from each other and participate in this peer-to-peer conversation.
- Register for the monthly Peer Exchange, beginning with:
August 6 from 2pm - 3pm - Kickoff Meeting on the topic of “Who is Implementing the WRC?” All “governing bodies” must adopt a code by April 1, 2026, that meets or exceeds the state standards set forth in the 2025 CWRC. Implementation and enforcement of that adopted code is determined by the governing bodies, which may include different entities and agreements. In this session, local jurisdictions will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of various approaches.
Future, monthly or more peer exchanges will be facilitated on additional topics as defined by the interests of those participating.
To find out more about the Peer Exchange or to watch the introductory webinar recording, please visit the CRO Peer Exchange website.
- About
Concerning the establishment of a wildfire resiliency code board, and, in connection therewith, requiring the wildfire resiliency code board to adopt model codes, requiring governing bodies with jurisdiction in an area within the wildland-urban interface to adopt codes that meet or exceed the standards set forth in the model codes, and making an appropriation.
- Code Board Appointments/Positions
Wildfire Resiliency Code Board Consists of: 21 voting members; 3 non-voting ex officio members
Appointed by Speaker of the House: (4)
1 member representing rural communities (Colorado building code professionals) 1 member representing a statewide organization for commercial building professionals 1 municipal representative representing urban communities 1 member representing an investor- owned utility
The board includes the following non voting ex officio members: (3)
(I) The director of the director’s designee; (Mike Morgan or designee)
(II) The state forester or the state forester’s designee; and (Matt McCombs or designee)
(III) The director of the Colorado Resiliency Office or the director’s designee (Anne Miller or designee)Appointed by Minority Leader of the House: (2)
1 municipal representative representing rural communities 1 member representing a statewide association of property and casualty companies
Appointed by Minority Leader of the Senate: (2)
1 member representing a statewide organization for home building professionals 1 county representative representing rural communities
Appointed by Executive Director: (10)
1 architect with experience using wildfire resiliency codes in Colorado who represents a statewide organization for architects (Colorado building code professionals) 3 members, 2 of which are either a fire marshal, fire chief, or fire engineer and one of which has specialized expertise in wildland fire behavior or wildfire mitigation science and strategies 1 member representing Colorado land use or community planning professionals 1 member representing hazard mitigation professionals, 1 municipal and 1 county representative representing a municipality and a county that, prior to September 30, 2023, has adopted a code that provides, minimally, for wildfire resilient structures and best practices 1 member representing the building trades 1 member representing a nonprofit home builder for affordable home ownership that serves populations with incomes under 80% of an area’s median income
Appointed by President of the Senate: (3)
1 member representing urban communities (Colorado building code professionals) 1 county representative representing urban communities 1 member representing a statewide association of nonprofit utilities
- Upcoming Meeting Information
The Board is committed to an open process and transparency as the code is developed. Time is set aside at the beginning and end of each meeting for the public to communicate questions and comments. We are committed to serving the mission, process, and the residents of Colorado.
Friday, 15 August 2025, 9am-3pm
The Retreat on Fall River - Estes Park Condos
1400 David Drive
Estes Park, CO 80517
Zoom Information:https://zoom.us/j/92250154062?pwd=eE5TNmRvYUpoSkF0UC90M29YZy9qUT09
Meeting ID: 922 5015 4062
Passcode: xk3p51
- Advisory Committee Meetings
The Advisory Committees for Implementation & Governance, Building and Site Design, and WUI have been disbanded. Two new committees will be standing up in the coming months. Once the dates for the new committees are established, this site will be updated.
- Meeting Summary
- Advisory Committee Meeting Summaries
*This section is under development and review - if you would like to see the recent notes from Committee meetings, please contact the WRCB Administrator at: cdps_dfpc_wrcb@state.co.us*
Building Design Advisory Committee
Implementation & Governance Advisory Committee
Site & Area Design Advisory Committee
WUI Committee
February Meeting Notes
- Notice of Board Member meetings outside WRCB
Any meeting involving two or more board members at which a discussion of Wildfire Resiliency Code Board business may occur.
Meeting Title
WRCB Members Involved
Date
Location
Link - Contact
For all inquiries, please email cdps_dfpc_wrcb@state.co.us or click here!