The City of Sonoma is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to conduct a comprehensive tree inventory, data reporting, and mapping of the urban tree canopy. This project aims to assess and expand the city’s urban tree shade canopy to improve climate resilience and urban landscapes. Proposal Overview: The selected consultant will be responsible … Continued
The City of Sonoma is excited to announce a new, convenient feature for scheduling inspections through its OpenGov Permit and Application Portal at sonomaca.portal.opengov.com. Previously, appointments could only be made over the phone. Now, users can easily request inspections online with just a few clicks, streamlining the process for residents, contractors, and business owners. How … Continued
Mark your calendars! The City of Sonoma invites you to a General Plan Update: Land Use Workshop on Thursday, January 30th, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Vintage House, located at 264 First Street East. This workshop is a valuable opportunity for community members to learn about and provide feedback on proposed land … Continued
Starting November 1, the City of Sonoma’s Building Division is offering Express Building Permits to make your home projects easier. This means you can apply online for certain home projects and get instant approval. These projects include kitchen and bathroom remodels, HVAC replacements, and window replacements (some rules apply). For more information, visit the City … Continued
The City of Sonoma will hold a special City Council meeting on Monday, October 14th starting at 2:00 p.m. for a General Plan Study Session. The General Plan is the blueprint for the city’s future development, shaping everything from housing and transportation to open space and public services. This is a great opportunity to learn … Continued
Over the past year and a half, the City of Sonoma has been working with the Sonoma County Transportation Authority to develop a coordinated Countywide Active Transportation Plan. As part of this effort, the City is updating its Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan with a new standalone Active Transportation Plan. We’re excited to announce that … Continued
We are excited to introduce three new members to our Community Development Department, bringing diverse experience and fresh perspectives to the team. Diane Levine joins us as an Associate Planner from Yountville, where she served as a planner for 3.5 years. Before that, Diane worked as an Environmental Planner focusing on CEQA-related analysis for large … Continued
To better accommodate our community, Sonoma City Hall’s front counter will now be open during the lunch hour. Effective October 7th, the front counter at Sonoma City Hall will be open continuously throughout the day, making it more convenient to access our services. New Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday: Open … Continued
The City of Sonoma City Council will hold a continued Public Hearing at their meeting on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 6:00 pm to consider an appeal regarding the Planning Commission’s decision to deny a Use Permit Amendment (UA-23-40) and Wine Tasting Use Permit (WTUP-24-1) for a proposed vacation rental and wine tasting facility at … Continued
The City of Sonoma will hold a special City Council meeting on Monday, October 14th starting at 2:00 p.m. for a General Plan Study Session. The General Plan is the blueprint for the city’s future development, shaping everything from housing and transportation to open space and public services. This is a great opportunity to learn more … Continued
