The State of California does not require or issue business licenses for sole proprietorships or general partnerships. Other business structures, however, must register with the state. All businesses located in an incorporated city in Sonoma County must first obtain a business license from that city. The county does not require a business license to do business within its unincorporated areas, but all fictitious business names must be registered with the Sonoma County Clerk.

The CalARP program is to prevent accidental releases of substances that can cause serious harm to the public and the environment, to minimize the damage if releases do occur, and to satisfy community right-to-know laws.

Scheduling inspections, fire code and other information about Bridges, Fire Sprinklers, Gates, Knox Box Key Access, Photovoltaic Systems, and Wildlife Urban Interface.

Integrates with Permits Online to view and manage projects and schedule inspections.

If you want a permit to sell food at a farmers market you will need a Temporary Food Facility Permit. A permit is required for each point of sale location operating at the same time.

Operational fire permits are a way to manage properties and business for fire and life safety. These include License Care Facilities, Pyrotechnic Displays, Special Events, Tent Permits, Vendor and Cooking Booth Inspections.