The Law of Rebuilding LA Episode 23: Should California's building code be overhauled after the fires?

In this episode of The Law of Rebuilding LA, Daily Journal Contributing Editor Howard Miller speaks with Mayer Brown's Edgar Khalatian about infrastructure and safety considerations that will affect rebuilding efforts beyond the Palisades and Altadena fire zones.

Miller and Khalatian explore:

• The need for comprehensive infrastructure planning across Los Angeles city and county
• How similar fire risks exist throughout the Santa Monica Mountains region
• Potential building code improvements for both new and existing structures
• The role of landscaping regulations in reducing fire spread
• The challenge of balancing safety mandates with homeowner costs
• How insurance companies could incentivize fire safety improvements
• The political realities of implementing meaningful safety requirements

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