Defensible Edge™ Documentation
Welcome to the Defensible Edge platform documentation. This guide will help you navigate and use the platform effectively.
What is Defensible Edge?
Defensible Edge is a community management platform designed for wildfire-prone communities. It helps community administrators, staff, and property owners coordinate wildfire mitigation efforts — from tracking property inspections to managing action plans and contractor compliance.
Who is this for?
- Community Admins — Full platform access to manage all aspects of community wildfire preparedness
- Community Staff — Day-to-day operations like scheduling inspections, managing contractors, and tracking projects
- Property Owners — View their property details, inspection results, and request inspections
Platform Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Dashboard | Overview of community activity and key metrics |
| Parcels & Owners | Property records with owner information and parcel mapping |
| Inspections | Schedule and track property inspections with a kanban workflow |
| Action Plans | Create and manage wildfire mitigation action plans and projects |
| Prescriptions | Forest treatment prescriptions with approval workflows |
| Contractors | Contractor registry with compliance document tracking |
| Reports | Firewise USA® initial application and renewal reports |
| Broadcasts | Send targeted emails to property owners with magic-link actions |
| Settings | Community settings, team management, and audit log |
Getting Help
If you’re new to the platform, start with the Getting Started guide.
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