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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

Upcoming Events

Planning Commission Meeting
When: October 17, 2019 at 1:00 PM
Agenda
County of Sonoma Planning Commission Meeting will serve to answer questions on the Planning Commission Staff Report.
Dry Creek Valley Citizens Advisory Council Meeting
When: October 17, 2019 at 6:00 PM
The Dry Creek Valley Citizens Advisory Council is an advisory body formed by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors.
Occidental Harvest Party
When: October 19, 2019
Special Event: The County received a permit application for this event, which may cause road closures or traffic impacts in unincorporated Sonoma County. This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the County of Sonoma. Please visit the event website for more information: https://www.facebook.com/BarleyHopsOccidental/
Board of Zoning Adjustments Meeting
When: October 24, 2019 at 1:00 PM
County of Sonoma Board of Zoning Adjustments will serve to answer questions on the Board of Zoning Adjustments Staff Report.
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Latest News

September 2019 Newsletter
Published on September 26, 2019
In this issue of our e-newsletter we have:
- Temporary Occupancy Procedures for Fire Survivors
- Chapter 40: Sonoma Complex Fire Recovery Code Extension
- Cannabis Ordinance Update
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Changes
- Get Involved in the Local Coastal Plan Update!
- Permit Requirements for Back-up Generators
- Third Party Plan Check - Permit Process Improvement
- Expedited Plan Reviews - Permit Process Improvement
Permit Requirements for Back-up Generators
Published on September 24, 2019
During a power de-energization event, a generator can provide emergency electrical power to your home. If you live in unincorporated Sonoma County and plan to use a generator that connects to your electrical panel, you will need a permit from Permit Sonoma for the electrical work. If the generator will be housed in a structure of its own, the structure may be subject to additional permits.
Expedited Plan Review Program
Published on September 19, 2019
As part of our continued pursuit of process improvements, Permit Sonoma has revived our expedited plan review process.
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Press Releases

Fire Prevention Week Reminds Households to Plan Ahead
Published on October 7, 2019
Permit Sonoma’s Fire Prevention Division invites the public to celebrate Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2019. The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) theme for the week “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” reminds the community to take action by developing and practicing a home fire escape plan.
Continued Risk of Flooding and Mud, Debris Flows from 2017 Wildfires
Published on September 27, 2019
The City of Santa Rosa and the County of Sonoma continue to encourage residents living in and around the areas burned by the Sonoma Complex Fires to prepare their property for the rainy season and remain alert for possible threats from intense winter storms.
Permit Sonoma Honored with Innovative Code Enforcement Award
Published on September 27, 2019
The California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) announced that they will be awarding their 2019 Innovative Program Award to Permit Sonoma’s Code Enforcement Division. This award recognizes code enforcement programs that are both innovative and effective.
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