TranslatePermit Types
Utilize this page to find out about the permit and application requirements for your project, property use, or event. Select the activity below that most closely matches your desired project.
Application Submittal Requirements for Projects
To assist the community with complete applications, view a listing of application submittal requirements organized by project or permit type. Complete applications assists Permit Sonoma with more timely reviews, getting permits issued faster and getting your project approved or under construction sooner.
Permit Records
To search for permit records on a property, use the Permit History Search. Or utilize one of our other online Permit Tools.
Full List of Available Permits
A table listing all available permit types with the following information: Permit Type with links to more information, short Description, 3 letter Permit Abbreviation, and Permit Sonoma Division. Columns are sortable.
Permit Types Grouped by Category
Building & Construction
- Agricultural Construction
- Commercial & Industrial
- Residential
- Rebuilding After Fire
Land Use & Zoning
- Agricultural Uses
- Cannabis Program
- Coastal Permit
- Design Review
- Use Permits
- Zoning Permits
Earth Works Well & Septic
- Encroachment/Trenching Into Roadways
- Grading & Storm Water
- Septic
- Sewer
- Storm Water (Drainage)
- Water Wells
Accessory Units
Junior Units
- Accessory Dwelling Units
- Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
Agriculture
- Agricultural Exemption
- Agricultural Uses
- Agricultural Zoning Ordinance
Vacation Rentals
- Hosted Rental Permit
- Property Managers
- Vacation Rental License
- Vacation Rental Permit
Fire Prevention & HazMat
- Bridges & Elevated Surfaces
- Fire Sprinklers
- Gates
- Knox Box Key Access
- Photovoltaic Systems
- Wildland Urban Interface
Additional Permits
- Addressing & Road Naming
- Encroachment
- Filming
- County Surveyor-related Permits
- Special Events
- Transportation