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Permit & Resource
Management Department

Permit Sonoma is Sonoma County's consolidated land use planning and development permitting agency. Virtually any land development or construction that takes place in the unincorporated area of Sonoma County (outside the nine incorporated cities) is reviewed, permitted, and inspected by Permit Sonoma. Read More About Us

Flood Recovery: 2019 Winter Storms and Flooding

With recovery efforts underway after the 2019 Winter Storms and Flooding, Permit Sonoma will continue to provide resources for recovery, including the latest information for permits. This page is your main resource for flood recovery permitting information in unincorporated Sonoma County.

Rebuilding Together

The official information and resource site for rebuilding efforts, within the unincorporated areas of Sonoma County, related to the 2017 Sonoma Complex Fire.

Upcoming Events

Holiday Closure: Memorial Day
When: May 27, 2019
Most Sonoma County Offices closed
Planning Agency Meeting
When: May 30, 2019 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Agenda
The Planning Agency is made up of the Commissioners on both the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustments.
Code Enforcement Appeal/Abatement Hearing
Code Enforcement Appeal/Abatement Hearing
When: May 31, 2019 at 9:00 AM
Agenda
Hearings will not start prior to the scheduled time, however, start times may be delayed if a hearing runs longer than the allotted time.
Landmarks Commission Meeting
When: June 4, 2019 at 3:00 PM
The Landmarks Commission designates historic landmarks, reviews development proposals involving historic properties, and administers an historic resources preservation program.
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Latest News

April 2019 Issue of Permit Sonoma Newsletter Now Available!
Published on April 29, 2019
In this issue of our e-newsletter we have:
- Fire Prevention – Vegetation Management
- Planning Commissioner Gregory Carr – Interview
- Osmann Rebuild Story – Letters to Permit Sonoma
- Hazardous Materials Response Team in Action
Wet Weather Percolation and Groundwater Testing for 2018-2019 Season
Published on April 26, 2019
All Wet Weather Testing is CLOSED in All Areas for the 2018-2019 Season. Rainfall totals data and/or testing open dates have been updated as of April 26, 2019. More Information
Comprehensive Planning Section’s Work Plan Presentation
Published on April 24, 2019
On April 16, 2019 staff presented the Comprehensive Planning Section’s Work Plan to the Board of Supervisors to help set priorities for the 2019 through 2021 budget years.
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Press Releases

County Chipping Program Engages Residents in Wildfire Prevention
Published on May 1, 2019
Today marks the first day of the season for Sonoma County’s Roadside Chipper program. This free curbside chipper service supports residents in creating defensible space around their homes and reduce vegetation along access routes.
Los Distritos de Bomberos del Condado y Locales se Preparan para Hacer Inspecciones a los Espacios de Defensa
Published on April 24, 2019
A pesar de las fuertes lluvias recientes, una gran parte del Condado de Sonoma sigue enfrentando el riesgo de incendios. La vegetación con pocos cuidados y sin mantenimiento es un combustible natural muy volátil que sirve para que se propaguen los incendios.
County & Local Fire Districts Prepare for Defensible Space Inspections
Published on April 24, 2019
Despite the recent heavy rains, a large portion of Sonoma County continues to face risks from wildfire. One of the best ways for property owners and residents to protect their homes is to create good defensible space to ensure a buffer between their property and any surrounding grass, trees, shrubs, or wildland area.
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