If you’ve lived in Marin for any length of time, wood exteriors probably feel like home. Redwood decks, cedar details, warm natural finishes—they’ve helped shape the look and feel of our neighborhoods for generations. That’s why Marin County’s decision to restrict wood siding on new homes has understandably caught people’s attention. The change, recently covered on Channel 5 News, reflects something many of us already know: wildfire risk is changing how we think about building in Marin. This...

Facing a Changing Climate in Marin County As we navigate the changing climate in our unique Marin County hillside environment, we have become acutely aware of building practices that are outdated. Fire Safety: Our Most Urgent Priority Fire safety for our immediate environs has become one of the most important places to start protecting our homes from this danger. Fire-safe preparation has become our passion along with many others in our Marin County community. By assessing our homes in a...