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December 12, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

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


November 14, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

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


October 14, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

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


October 07, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Fire Prevention Week Reminds Households to Plan Ahead

Permit Sonoma’s Fire PreventionDivision invites the public to celebrate FirePrevention Week, October 6-12, 2019. The National Fire ProtectionAssociation’s (NFPA) theme for the week “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Planand Practice Your Escape!” reminds the community to take action bydeveloping and practicing a home fire escape plan. Read full story


September 27, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Permit Sonoma Honored with Innovative Code Enforcement Award

The California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) announced that they will be awarding their 2019 Innovative Program Award to Permit Sonoma’s Code Enforcement Division. This award recognizes code enforcement programs that are both innovative and effective. Read full story


September 20, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Expanded Housing Opportunities Provide More Options for Farmers

On Tuesday, September 17, Sonoma County Board ofSupervisors removed zoning restrictions that prohibit the ability to apply toconstruct an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADUs) on over 1,900 agriculturalproperties. This action will eliminate unnecessary regulatory constraints on arecognized form of affordable housing, while continuing to protect and supportthe county’s agricultural and environmental resources. Read full story


September 03, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

County Shuts Down LargestCannabis Operation to Date

On August 28,County inspectors discovered approximately five properties in South Santa Rosawith non-permitted commercial cannabis cultivation. Read full story


August 28, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Help Shape the Future of the Sonoma Developmental Center

The AmericanPlanning Association (APA) California Chapter selected the County of Sonoma’sHousing Initiatives program as the winner of the 2018 Opportunity andEmpowerment Award of Merit. Read full story


August 05, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Winners Announced for Sonoma’s Coastal Photo Contest

TheCounty of Sonoma is pleased to announce the three winners of the CoastalClose-up photo contest. The winner of the People’s Choice category, wasawarded to the person with the most Facebook likes, which totaled 170 votes. Read full story


July 19, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Sonoma County Receives Award for Housing Initiatives

The AmericanPlanning Association (APA) California Chapter selected the County of Sonoma’sHousing Initiatives program as the winner of the 2018 Opportunity andEmpowerment Award of Merit. Read full story