Los Angeles County homeowners affected by the Eaton and Palisades fires have until Monday to enroll in a government debris clearance program managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. As of the latest data, around 73% of more than 9,900 eligible properties have opted in, while some have chosen private contractors. Experts recommend opting in due to rising private removal costs, as the Army Corps program is non-binding, allowing homeowners flexibility to make changes later if necessary.
'Some of my clients have been riding the deadline,' said Denise Sze, highlighting that homeowners are weighing financial implications due to rising private contractor quotes.
'If I wasn't sure, I'd opt in and buy yourself some time,' said Malibu Mayor Doug Stewart, advising homeowners to consider opting into the government program.
With less than a week to go before the deadline, 73% of eligible property owners in L.A. County have opted into the debris clearance program.
The Army Corps' program allows homeowners to opt in without obligation, enabling them to switch to private contractors later if they choose.
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