Much of San Miguel Fire District falls into a "fire hazard severity zone" due to our bordering an extensive urban/wildland interface. For new construction, or for home improvements like upgrading windows, you may be subject to special requirements if your property falls within a high fire hazard severity zone.

Please click here to determine whether or not you are located within a fire hazard severity zone.

New buildings located in fire hazard severity zones must comply with the CBC, Chapter 7A and CRSC, Chapter 12-7A building codes.

For example, exterior windows shall comply with one of the following:

• Be dual pane, with a minimum of one tempered pane meeting applicable requirements.
• Be constructed of glass block.
• Have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 20 minutes.
• Be otherwise conforming to the requirements of SFM Standard 12-7A-2.