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County of Sonoma RemindsResidents of Fireworks Ban
AsIndependence Day approaches, the County of Sonoma Fire Prevention divisionwould like to remind residents and visitors that all fireworks are illegal inunincorporated Sonoma County. Read full story
Open Burning Suspension June 15, 2020
Open Burning Suspension June 15, 2020 Read full story
County of Sonoma Fire Prevention Division announces that burning permits are required in the unincorporated areas of the County
Burning permits are required in the unincorporated areas of the County. Read full story
County Chipping ProgramEngages Residents in Wildfire Prevention
Today marks the first day of the season for Sonoma County’s Residential Curbside Chipper program. This free curbside chipper service supports residents in creating defensible space around their homes and reduces vegetation along access routes. Read full story
Help Shape the Future of the Sonoma Developmental Center
The Sonoma Developmental Center (SDC) has entered a new chapter as the County and State embark on a unique partnership to prepare a Specific Plan for the site that will guide the progress of the site. Read full story
County to Study Potential Rezoning for Urban Housing Sites
Permit Sonoma is publishing a Notice of Preparation (NOP),notifying responsible agencies and interested parties of its intent to preparea Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to analyze sites proposed forpossible rezoning to facilitate the development of housing. Read full story
Hazardous Materials Team Responds to Sodium Hypochlorite Leak
Sonoma County Fire Preventionand Hazmat responded to a sodium hypochlorite leak this morning at 7:09 a.m.This leak was the result of a truck fire, which took place at northbound U.S.Highway 101 at the South Cloverdale exit. Read full story
Burn Permit Suspension Lifted Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit
Effective December 9, 2019, the burn permit suspension in Sonoma, Lake, Napa, Solano, Yolo, and Colusa counties was lifted by Cal Fire. Those possessing current and valid agriculture and residential burn permits can resume burning on permissible burn days. Read full story
Kincade Fire Rebuilds
In response to the Kincade Fire County leadership recognized the need for swift action so property owners could start the rebuilding process as quickly as possible. Important elements include debris cleanup, expedited permitting processes, and additional services for fire survivors. Read full story
SonomaCounty Local Coastal Plan Update Workshops
Sonoma County Local Coastal Plan Update workshops on the Public Review Draft will be starting in October. View upcoming workshops locations, dates, and times. Read full story