Permit Requirements for Back-up Generators

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.

Additional permits for generators may be required from the Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District or the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.

More Resources:

• Power Outages & Preparedness information on SoCoEmergency.org
• Be sure to follow all safety instructions for stand-alone power generators. 
  • Portable Generator Safety Tips from PG&E
  • General safety and usage guidelines from the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response