Leading Demolition Services | Los Angeles, CA

Nielsen Environmental License 946801-A, B, C-8, C-9, C-21, C-22, Hazardous Waste Substance Removal, DOSH-1058, DTSC Hauler ID 6085

LA County Public Works Fire Debris Hotline: 844-347-3332 | EPA Hotline: 1-833-798-7372 |  US Army Corps of Engineers Debris Call Center: 213-308-8305

Parcel Status Lookup

Debris Removal Options Deadline to Participate is March 31, 2025

EPIC LA Permit

Malibu Rebuilds

AQMD Asbestos Notifications and Procedure

1. Asbestos Notifications:
   All asbestos notifications will still need to go through the submission process. However, the two-week waiting period previously required will no longer be necessary.
2. Demolition Notifications:
   Demolition notifications will still be subject to the submission process but will not require the two-week waiting period.

Approved Disposal Sites as of February 5th, 2025

Hazardous Soil and Asbestos: 1211 W. Gladstone Street Azusa CA. 91702 Tel: 626-224-9127

Non-Hazardous Ash, Fire Debris and Concrete: Simi Valley Landfill 2801 Madera Road Simi Valley CA. 93065 Tel: 661-383-9095 and Calabasas Landfill 5300 Lost Hills Road Agoura CA. 91301 Tel: 818-889-0262

Phase 1 Hazardous Material Staging Area at Lario, Will Rogers State Beach and Topanga State Beach
The staging area for Eaton and Palisades Fire property, located at 15701 East Foothill Blvd, Irwindale, CA 91706, is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers. Access is restricted to EPA staff, EPA contractors, and partner agencies only. The property will be secured and illuminated 24 hours a day, seven days a week

Phase 1 Hazardous Material Disposal
Crosby and Overton, located at 1610 West 17th Street, Long Beach, CA 90813, is open to anyone with a valid DTSC Hazardous Waste Transporter ID. To arrange for transport, please call ahead to profile the hazardous waste with Crosby and Overton and to draft a manifest before transport. Once the homeowner chooses to opt out of Phase 1 or defer to Phase 2, it is their responsibility to ensure all hazardous materials are disposed of properly. For assistance with profiling hazardous waste prior to transport, please contact Raquel at 562-254-8606

Fire Debris Permit LACITY.GOV

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The first phase of cleanup focuses on removing household hazardous waste from fire-affected areas, led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under FEMA’s guidance. Teams began work on January 16, setting up temporary sites to safely dispose of hazardous materials. A California State order allows the EPA to access properties without owner consent for quicker cleanup. The removal of hazardous materials is free for all affected residents. Once completed, a placard will be placed on each property. The EPA has allocated $100 million for the effort, deploying over 500 personnel to assist. Household Hazardous Waste Fact Sheet

• Phase 2: Fire Debris Removal 
• The second phase, a much larger effort, will be led by the Army Corps of Engineers with support from FEMA. After the EPA removes hazardous waste, the Corps will clear the remaining fire debris. Alternatively, homeowners can choose to opt out and contact us for assistance. March 31, 2025 is when opt out expires.
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• Opt in or out of Phase 2 Clean Up
• Complete Opt-In Form Online
• Complete Opt-Out Form Online
• Helpful Links
• Public Works - Debris Removal
• LA County Recovers Phase 1
• EPA 2025 Southern California Wildfire Response
• Emergency Executive Order 1 Return and Rebuild
• Aerial Search Overview for Burn Area
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Cleanup Operations and Protocols:

Site Documentation:

• Measure and document the foundation and cleanup areas.
• Notify relevant agencies, including local hazardous waste and asbestos removal departments.

Hazardous Waste and Asbestos:

• Asbestos assessment is required. If asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are found, they must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Refer to “Rule 1403 – Asbestos Emissions from Demolition/Renovation Activities” for more details or contact the SCAQMD Asbestos Hot Line at (909) 396-2336.
• All hazardous waste, including household hazardous waste, must be identified and disposed of by a certified hazardous waste contractor at an approved location.

Work Plan:

• A detailed work plan must be created that includes site testing, hazardous waste and asbestos removal, debris removal, erosion control, soil grading, and confirmation sampling.

Application Process:

• The property owner or contractor will submit a Los Angeles County Local Debris Removal Program Application along with the work plan at least two weeks before the proposed start date.
• Work can proceed once the application and work plan are approved.

Site Testing and Analysis:

• Property owners will need to hire certified asbestos and soil consultants to perform site testing.

Air Monitoring:

• Dust control is critical, especially during debris removal. Water must be applied to ash and burn materials to minimize dust.
• Air monitoring for asbestos may be required during debris removal if recommended by the Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC).
• Results from air monitoring must be included in the final report.

Debris Removal:

• Ash, debris, metals, and concrete must be removed and disposed of properly, with metals and concrete recycled when possible.
• Waste must be disposed of at an approved location, as listed in Appendix C.

Foundations:

• Foundations must be completely removed and disposed of unless an exception is granted by the Building and Safety Division. For more information, contact the Los Angeles County Public Works, Building and Safety – Calabasas Field Office at (818) 880-4150.

Soil Grading:

• Remove 3 to 6 inches of soil from impacted areas or to a level that appears visually clean after debris removal.

Confirmation Sampling:

• A licensed soil consultant must collect soil samples (0-3 inches deep) for confirmation sampling, comparing results to State clean-up goals.

Erosion Control:

• Erosion control must be implemented on each residential parcel, as per the engineer’s design. Possible measures include hydraulic mulch, fiber logs, silt control fences, and erosion blankets.

Appliance and Vehicle Recycling:

• Appliances and vehicles must be handled according to metals recycling facility requirements, with vehicle identification numbers documented.

This detailed cleanup process is critical to ensuring that all affected areas are properly restored and made safe for residents and businesses alike.