By Christopher LeGras : allaspectreport – excerpt

Legislature considering a bill that would make it easier for developers to build housing in high fire danger zones

If Senate Bill 610 passes, expect to see a lot more scenes like this throughout California in the coming decades… (more)

NOTE: As of yesterday SB 610 was suspended in the Assembly Appropriations Committee, meaning it will not proceed in this legislative session. However, the facts and background remain highly relevant. There is an excellent chance the bill will be resurrected next year.