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Plan
Project: 0797 Skipper Drive
Location: 0797 Skipper Drive, Carbondale, CO 81623
Prepared for: Garfield County WUI Compliance & Firewise USA Best Practices
Date: October 28, 2025
1. Building Hardening Measures
Roof Assembly
O Class A fire -rated flat roof system using DensDeck and TPO membrane.
• No gutters; internal roof drains minimize debris accumulation and ignition risk.
Exterior Walls & Siding
• All exterior siding consists of non-combustible stucco and natural stone veneer.
Exterior walls meet ignition -resistant construction standards.
Windows & Openings
a Dual -pane, tempered glass for all windows to reduce breakage and ember intrusion.
Vents & Eaves
■ All vents protected with ember -resistant metal mesh (<1 /8").
Eaves and soffits fully enclosed to prevent ember entry.
Decks & Exterior Structures
v Any decks, landings, or exterior structures will use non-combustible or ignition -resistant
materials (e.g., concrete, steel, or Class A composite decking).
2. Defensible Space Zones
Zone 1: 0-5 Feet (Immediate Zone)
• Maintained as a non-combustible perimeter around the entire structure.
• No vegetation, mulch, or combustible materials permitted.
■ Surfaces consist of concrete, gravel, and natural stone.
Zone 2: 5-30 Feet (Intermediate Zone)
• Minimal existing vegetation.
• Any new landscaping will use low -flammability, fire-resistant species.
• Automatic irrigation system will maintain vegetation moisture content.
Zone 3: 30-100+ Feet (Extended Zone)
a Open landscape with sparse vegetation and no ladder fuels.
v Existing shrubs pruned to maintain vertical and horizontal spacing; deadwood removed
annually before July 1.
• Defensible space will extend to property boundaries where adjoining lots are
undeveloped.
3. Vegetation Management & Maintenance
• Site inspected twice per year (spring and late summer) for debris, leaf litter, and
regrowth.
a All plantings to use native, drought -tolerant, and fire-resistant species.
a No firewood or combustible storage within 30 feet of any structure.
a Groundcover maintained under 4 inches in height.
• Vertical separation maintained: minimum 6 feet between surface fuels and lowest tree
branches.
4. Access & Emergency Preparedness
• Driveway constructed of all-weather surface with adequate width and turnaround space
for emergency vehicles, per Garfield County standards.
• Reflective address signage clearly visible from White Cloud Drive.
■ On -site fire suppression tools maintained during construction (shovel, rake, hose, fire
extinguishers on every level).
• Hose bibs located around structure to provide accessible water for firefighting purposes.
5. Wildfire Risk Assessment
According to the Colorado State Forest Service (CSFS) Wildfire Risk Viewer (generated
April 18, 2025), 0797 Skipper Drive is located within a Low Wildfire Risk area based on
vegetation type, slope, and historical fire occurrence.
Fire Intensity — Low:
Small flames, usually less than two feet long; limited short-range spotting possible. Fires are
generally easy to suppress by trained firefighters using protective equipment and standard tools.
Basic preparedness measures will further protect this property. In the event that firefighting
resources are limited, maintaining Firewise practices —defensible space, ignition -resistant
construction, and regular maintenance —ensures long-term protection and resilience.
Reference:
Colorado Wildfire Risk Viewer— 0797 Skipper Drive: Low Risk
Generated: April 18, 2025, 8:32 PM
Source: Colorado State Forest Service
Prepared by:
Lester Development
PO Box 2329, Basalt, CO 81621
Contact: Tom Lester
Phone: (970) 379-4655
Email: toml@lesterdevelopment.com
Website: ,vwwJesterdevelooment.com
Certification
This plan has been prepared in accordance with Garfield County Wildfire Mitigation Plan
requirements and Firewise VSA best practices.
Signature:
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Tom Lester, Lester Development