Resources for Rebuilding after the Marshall Fire
This website provides information on building design and certification standards, energy efficiency, electric heating and vehicles, solar energy, fire resistant construction, as well as incentives, discounts, and financing. Most of the elements of a high-performance home are decided in the design stage as they all work together. It adds extra expense and time delays to incorporate them after the home is designed, so consider these elements and what level of home performance you want early in the process.
HOW TO USE THIS WEBSITE
While this website is designed for residents affected by the Marshall Fire, the information applies to anyone looking to build a home. The website is divided into chapters that track along with the home building process. Each chapter contains an overview of the topic and additional resources.
Building a healthy home
Whether it’s choosing the layout of the home, materials, or appliances, design and construction play a critical role in ensuring a healthy and comfortable home.
Chapter 1Building a resilient home
Research around home destruction vs. home survival in wild fires points to embers and small flames as the leading cause of ignition in wildfires.
Chapter 2Rebates & incentives
Round up of rebates, discounts, and incentives for households rebuilding after the Marshall Fire. The list is constantly changing and we’ll work to update this website accordingly.
Chapter 3Finding your team
Architects, builders, energy raters, and subcontractors all play a critical role in the design and construction of your high-performance home. You are the most important team member.
Chapter 4Material & Equipment
The material and equipment choices you make both inside and outside your home will have a direct impact on the energy efficiency, health, comfort, and resilience of your home.
Chapter 5Landscaping & Outdoor
Outdoor spaces play a significant role in how resilient your home is to future climate disasters. Learn about the three landscaping zones you need to consider to design a fire resistant space.
Chapter 6Additional Resources
If you are looking for other resources and information about rebuilding from the Marshall Fire, please visit the county and municipal Marshall Fire pages:
Boulder County Learn more
Louisville Learn more
Superior Learn more
