Wildfire Resiliency Code Board Draft
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The Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) now has a Wildfire Resiliency Code Board (WRCB)! Senate Bill 23-166 established the code board to enhance community safety and resiliency from wildfires by implementing codes and standards.
Connect with us at cdps_dfpc_wrcb@state.co.us.
Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code
The 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (CWRC), established on 1 July, 2025 through 8 CCR 1507-39, is one of the newly adopted codes.
The WRCB has also directed the creation of a Fire Intensity Classification layer for the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Map.
CWRC Compliance Timeline
The expected timeline for compliance with the CWRC started when the code was adopted on 1 July, 2025. By 1 April, 2026 the code will be adopted by the relevant jurisdiction. By 1 July, 2026 the relevant jurisdiction will be compliant.
The period to comply with an adopted code shall be in accordance with the rules and regulations of the governing body or within three months of the date the code is adopted by the governing body, whichever is sooner.
Rule-Making Compliance
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.
Code Adoption, Implementation, & Enforcement Support
Pursuant to 24-33.5-1237(2)(d) C.R.S., adopting governing bodies may request support for inspections and enforcement from DFPC.
Peer Exchange Supporting CWRC Implementation
DFPC and Colorado Resiliency Office (CRO) are facilitating a monthly 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.
The topic for the 5 November Peer Exchange from 2 to 3 pm is "Communications and Public Education".
Peer Exchange participants will decide the frequency and topics of future Peer Exchanges. To find out more about the Peer Exchange or to watch the introductory webinar recording, please visit the CRO Peer Exchange website.
Upcoming Meetings
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.
No upcoming meeting information is currently available.
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.
No upcoming meeting information is currently available.
Past Meeting Summaries
This section is under development and review. If you would like to see the recent minutes from WRCB meetings, please contact the WRCB Administrative Staff at cdps_dfpc_wrcb@state.co.us.
October Meeting Minutes
Advisory Committees 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 Administrative Staff 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CWRC Adoption by Pitkin County | Jeffrey Woodruff | 24 September 2025; 2pm - 3pm | Pitkin County |
Contact
For all inquiries, please email cdps_dfpc_wrcb@state.co.us.