Supporting Our Community in the Aftermath of the LA Fires
At Ishtar Construction, Inc., our hearts go out to the families and communities affected by the devastating fires in Altadena and Palisades. We understand the immense loss and hardship that comes with such tragedies, and we stand in solidarity with those who have been impacted. As a local construction company, we are committed to helping families rebuild and recover in any way we can. Whether it’s assisting with debris removal, structural assessments, or offering guidance on rebuilding efforts, we are here to support you through this difficult time. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out—we are ready to lend a hand and do our part in restoring hope and stability to our community.
Helpful Resource Links
For next steps and associated regulatory compliance requirements, please see below links.
South Coast AQMD guide to addressing wildfire debris.
US Army Corps of Engineers and LA County general information to residents and business owners affected by the Palisades and Eaton Fires.
Rebuilding Support Services
How we can help you rebuild, stronger and quicker.
Demolition and Debris Assessment and Removal
If you decided to opt-out of the USACE debris removal program and would like to proceed with rebuilding your property on your own, Ishtar can help you with the following:
Hire a Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) to perform an asbestos survey to determine if the debris or remaining structures to be removed contain asbestos.
Prepare a cleanup plan
Hire asbestos abatement contractors
Planning and Permitting Requirements
Ishtar can help you navigate federal, state, and local requirements associated with rebuilding your property. Whether you opted-in or out of the USACE (US Army Corps of Engineers) debris removal program, we are here to help explain your current and following options, and decide which route is better for your specific needs and resources.
Rebuilding Your Property
Once your property is cleaned and debris are removed, Ishtar can help you with the following:
Foundation(s) Assessment
Inspect the condition of foundation(s) (if any remaining) and prepare a structural assessment and determination report to reuse or remove the foundation(s).
Construction Documents
Prepare the proper construction documents (plans and specifications) based on local, state, and federal requirements.
Regulatory Permits
Obtain all necessary permits and approvals to start construction.
Construction and Hand-Off
Rebuild the property per the plans and specifications.