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No. 1 The Plaza
Sonoma, CA
95476
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1:00pm - 5:00pm

Building Department

Wayne WirickSince 1948, building inspection services have been provided to the citizens of Sonoma. Currently the Building Department is comprised of a Building Inspector, Plans Examiner, Administrative Assistant and the Development Services Director/Building Official.

On average, our well trained and experienced Building Department staff issues more than 600 building permits and performs more than 900 plan reviews and 1,900 inspections per year.

We want your project to run as smoothly and efficiently as possible so we make every effort to provide comprehensive, efficient, knowledgeable and helpful service.

By exploring the information on these pages, you will find a multitude of helpful forms, information and resources to help you obtain a building permit and comply with applicable building codes.

If you ever have questions regarding construction codes or the construction permit process, please don't hesitate to contact me or any member of the Building Department staff to discuss your project.

Wayne Wirick Jr.
Development Services Director/Building Official

Building Department News & Announcements

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City Council Adopts the 2022 California Building Standards Code with Amendments – Becomes Effective on January 1, 2023

Posted on November 14, 2022

At their meeting on November 2, 2022, the Sonoma City Council adopted an ordinance amending and adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code.  The California Building Standards Code is made up of 12 parts containing various construction codes consisting of building, residential, plumbing, mechanical, electrical energy, fire, historical, existing buildings and green building regulations and...
Sonoma City Hall

City Hall Reopens for In-Person Services on June 28

Posted on June 24, 2021

Following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions from the county and state, Sonoma City Hall will reopen for in-person services beginning Monday, June 28. After almost 15 months of a primarily "virtual" service delivery model, City Hall will resume pre-pandemic hours and be open to the public on Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - noon and...
ADU Webinar

Free Webinar, Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Roundtable with Local Experts – May 6, 6:00 PM

Posted on April 21, 2021

Are you a homeowner in Sonoma County interested in learning more about constructing an Accessory Dwelling Unit on your property? Join the Napa Sonoma ADU Center for a roundtable discussion with local ADU experts about ADU design and ask them your ADU questions LIVE on Thursday, May 6, 2021, 6:00 PM via ZOOM. Register here. ...
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