The City of Mansfield has announced a major advancement in community safety: the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana (PIAL) has upgraded the city’s Public Protection Classification (PPC) from Class 4 to Class 3.

This achievement reflects years of dedicated service, strategic planning, and significant investment in fire protection and infrastructure. Notably, Mansfield’s fire rating was once a Class 6, making this improvement a clear sign of the city’s continued progress in safeguarding lives and property.

The new Class 3 rating will take effect September 1, 2025, and will apply to all qualifying properties within the corporate limits of Mansfield. For many residential and commercial property owners, the upgrade could mean lower fire insurance premiums.

“Our goal is to achieve Class 1 over the next five years,” Mayor Thomas Jones stated. “This milestone shows that our long-term investments in public safety are delivering results for our citizens.”
The PPC program—used by insurers to help determine fire insurance rates—evaluates communities based on fire department capabilities, water supply systems, emergency communications, and fire prevention efforts. A lower PPC score indicates stronger fire protection, which often translates to reduced insurance costs for property owners.
Mansfield’s improvement is the result of enhanced fire department readiness, expanded training, upgraded equipment, and infrastructure projects that strengthen water supply and hydrant systems.

For additional information about Mansfield’s PPC rating and what it means for property owners, contact the City of Mansfield Public Information Office.