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July 15, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

County Shuts Down Large-Scale Illegal Cannabis Operation

On July 12, County inspectors found more than 9,000 unpermitted cannabis plants at a property located on Butler Avenue, Santa Rosa. Permit Sonoma, authorized by an inspection warrant, arrived on site just after 8:30am with assistance from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. Read full story


June 20, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

County of Sonoma Reminds Residents of Fireworks Ban

As Independence Day approaches, the County of Sonoma Fire Prevention division would like to remind residents and visitors that all fireworks are illegal in unincorporated Sonoma County. Read full story


June 17, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Sonoma County Announces Open Burning Suspension

The California Department ofForestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has announced the burn ban suspension,beginning 12:01 a.m. Monday, June 17, 2019, and bans all outdoor burning exceptfor campfires within organized campgrounds or on private property withlandowner permission. The suspension of burn permits is implemented in responseto the extremely high fire hazard conditions. Read full story


June 13, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Sonoma County Board of Supervisors Approves Updated Septic System Regulations

On June 11, 2019, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors took action to meet State mandated septic system regulations that protect water quality and public health. The Board authorized the submittal of a revised Sonoma County Local Agency Management Program to the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board. Read full story


May 31, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Hazardous Materials Team Responds to OverturnedTanker

At approximately7:30 pm last night, at the request of the Timber Cove Fire Protection District,Sonoma County Fire Division’s HazardousMaterials Response Team responded to anoverturned tanker truck carrying gasoline. The location was near mile post 39on Northbound Hwy 1. Read full story


May 24, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Free Chipping to ReduceWildfire Risk

Sonoma County’s free Roadside Chipper program supports residents in creating defensible space around their homes and reducing vegetation along access routes. Read full story


May 24, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Sonoma County Launches Coastal Photo Contest

On June 1st,Sonoma County will launch the CoastalClose-up photo contest to highlight the beautiful Sonoma Coast. Everyone isinvited to submit a photo that showcases Sonoma County’s coastline, coastalvegetation, or wildlife. Read full story


May 01, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

County Chipping Program Engages Residents in Wildfire Prevention

Today marks the first day of the season for Sonoma County’s Roadside Chipper program. This free curbside chipper service supports residents in creating defensible space around their homes and reduce vegetation along access routes. Read full story


April 24, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

County & Local Fire Districts Prepare for Defensible Space Inspections

Despite the recent heavy rains, a large portion of Sonoma County continues to face risks from wildfire. One of the best ways for property owners and residents to protect their homes is to create good defensible space to ensure a buffer between their property and any surrounding grass, trees, shrubs, or wildland area. Read full story


April 24, 2019 | Permit Sonoma

Los Distritos de Bomberos del Condado y Locales se Preparan para Hacer Inspecciones a los Espacios de Defensa

A pesar de las fuertes lluvias recientes, una gran parte del Condado de Sonoma sigue enfrentando el riesgo de incendios. Read full story