I think a more accurate desciption of what was burned, where it was burned and why it was burned would help lead to a more proper evaluation and discussion.

For example, exactly what is/are a/these "subdivision(s)". What was the intent of the controlled burn - immediate or adjacent property or fire spread or what? What is the value of the cabins? What was the value of the timber?... etc. Many questions to be answered.

Very interesting thread, Ebbie.