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Do Not Print Out Construction Plans or Other Documents

Construction plans and documents are to be submitted electronically. Paper documents are not accepted when applying for a permit.

The instructions and forms listed below are undergoing review. Some may still contain outdated instructions to print out several copies of construction plans and documents. Please ignore that instruction and submit electronically. Some documents do not have fillable fields and may need to be printed and then filled out, but must then be scanned and submitted electronically.

Instructions and forms required for resolving code enforcement violations.

ACT-001 Refund Request Form (PDF)

Use form ACT-001 to request a Refund for Expenses Incurred (PDF: 377 kB) (Version 11/18/2022)
Form must be submitted via email to: PermitSonoma-RefundRequest@sonomacounty.gov
BPC-067 Letter of Intent for Accessibility Compliance

The information provided is intended to address the identified mandatory correction requirements to be submitted to the County for consideration by County staff for outstanding and unresolved code and accessibility issues and violations… (PDF: 477 kB) (Version 02/28/2020)
CDE-005 Demolition/Removal Permit Checklist (PDF)

This form is used by Code Enforcement staff to communicate the scope of work that needs to be done in connection with a demolition permit required to resolve a building code violation. (PDF: 183 kB (Version 11/20/2024)
CDE-006 Minimum Standards for Securing Abandoned or Damaged Structures

This provides minimum standards for securing abandoned or damaged structures. (Version 11/08/2023)
CDE-008 Use Permit Monitoring Self Survey (PDF)

Please complete the information entirely in order to assist the Department in evaluating compliance with the use permit conditions. (PDF: 195 kB) (Version 02/28/2020)
CDE-013 Vacation Rental Complaints

If you experience problems with a nearby vacation rental property in unincorporated Sonoma County submitting a complaint. (Revised 09/05/2014)
CDE-015 Request to Appeal Administrative Citation (PDF)

Sonoma County Code Section 1-7.6(h) provides that any person to whom an administrative citation is issued may appeal/contest the citation by requesting a hearing. (PDF) (Version 08/30/2019)
CDE-016 Request for Advance Deposit Hardship Waiver (PDF)

Sonoma County Code Section 1-7.6(i) provides that any person who intends to contest an Administrative Citation and is financially unable to make the advance deposit of the fine as required by Section 1-7.6(f), may file a Request for Advance Deposit Hardship Waiver. (PDF) (Version 08/30/2019)
CDE-022 Application for Release of Recorded Document (PDF)

This form is used when a property owner requests a recorded document be released from the deed on their property. (PDF: 195 kB) (Version 06/16/2020)
CDE-025 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Enforcement Extension Health and Safety / Zoning Self-Assessment (PDF)

As the owner of an unpermitted new structure or the conversion of an existing structure (garage, basement, barn, etc.) into a separate living unit, you may be eligible to obtain an enforcement extension for up to five (5) years. This checklist will help determine if you qualify. (PDF: 338 kB) (Version 09/11/2024)
CDE-029 Notice and Order – Construction without Permit – Accessory Dwelling Unit(s) (PDF)

(PDF: 145 kB)