LA County Backs Disaster Rebuilding Authority

Supervisors move to establish coordinated recovery effort after devastating 2025 wildfires.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

Los Angeles County is poised to create a new Rebuilding Authority to coordinate and accelerate the recovery process following the devastating January 2025 wildfires that destroyed over 16,000 structures. Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath has championed the plan, which aims to streamline rebuilding efforts, ensure equitable outcomes, and promote sustainable redevelopment.

Why it matters

The scale of the 2025 wildfires exposed limitations in the county's existing disaster recovery processes. The proposed Rebuilding Authority is designed to replicate the rapid response seen in the initial cleanup, applying that urgency to the complex rebuilding phase and addressing issues like affordable housing, workforce development, and wildfire prevention.

The details

The Rebuilding Authority would have extensive powers, including administering funding, coordinating public-private partnerships, acquiring land for affordable housing, facilitating bulk purchasing of materials, and expanding financing options. A key focus will be on rebuilding rental units and Accessory Dwelling Units to promote housing affordability and sustainability.

  • The January 2025 wildfires impacted areas including the Palisades, Eaton, and Franklin Fire zones.
  • The Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire Safe Recovery was formed in February 2025 to provide recommendations.
  • County Counsel has 7 days to report on the legal feasibility of the Rebuilding Authority.

The players

Lindsey P. Horvath

Los Angeles County Supervisor who has championed the plan to establish the Rebuilding Authority.

Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire Safe Recovery

A commission formed in partnership with UCLA to provide recommendations for resilient and sustainable rebuilding in fire-affected areas.

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What they’re saying

“Los Angeles County led the fastest mass disaster cleanup in U.S. History – now, we must bring that same urgency to our rebuilding effort.”

— Lindsey P. Horvath, Los Angeles County Supervisor (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

County Counsel has 7 days to report on the legal feasibility of the Rebuilding Authority, a critical step towards establishing its formal structure.

The takeaway

The proposed Rebuilding Authority represents a comprehensive approach to disaster recovery, combining rapid rebuilding efforts with proactive measures to prevent future wildfires and ensure equitable, sustainable redevelopment in Los Angeles County.