Wildfire defensible space · Oregon
Oregon State Fire Marshal Free Defensible Space Assessment
Run by Oregon State Fire Marshal
OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
- What you get
- Free assessment (no cash payment)
- Who qualifies
- Oregon property owners; scheduling by request.
- Where
- Oregon property owners in areas with participating fire districts; scheduled by request.
- Status
- Open
- Type of payment
- Free installation
What you do
Request a free, education-focused visit where staff assess your property and give tips for creating defensible space around your home.
Requirements
- Request the assessment online or by email
- Self-assessment checklist PDF available instead
How to apply
- 1Request via the OSFM assessment request page (ArcGIS form linked from the defensible space page)
- 2Or email [email protected]
- 3Receive the visit and tips
Timing and deadlines
Not published
None
Sources
- https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/wildfire/Pages/defensiblespace.aspx (official page)
- https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/wildfire/pages/investments-for-oregon.aspx
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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