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Take the Third "Housing Our Community" Survey!

TAKE THE SURVEY NOW! Increasing housing prices, changing household needs and constrained housing supply are challenges facing the City of Sonoma (City) along with other Bay Area and surrounding Sonoma County communities. Based on increasing concern over this dilemma, the City Council contracted with Healdsburg based UrbanGreen, Inc to develop a community education and engagement...

Panelists Announced for Housing Our Community Town Hall - May 16

The “DISCUSS, Housing Experts Panel” is the second Town Hall in "Housing Our Community" Town Hall Series. This session will feature a moderated panel discussion with experts who build and finance affordable and market rate housing – with a focus on practical, real world examples. The panel discussion will be followed by a moderated Question...

Take the Second "Housing Our Community" Survey!

TAKE THE SURVEY NOW! Increasing housing prices, changing household needs and constrained housing supply are challenges facing the City of Sonoma (City) along with other Bay Area and surrounding Sonoma County communities. Based on increasing concern over this dilemma, the City Council contracted with Healdsburg based UrbanGreen, Inc to develop a community education and engagement...

Housing Our Community, LEARN, Housing 101 Presentation

First "Housing Our Community" Town Hall - April 25, 2019

Next Thursday, April 25th, the City of Sonoma will be hosting the first Housing Our Community Town Hall focused on the basic drivers, terms and issues that shape housing in our community. This will create a foundation for future events and discussion about how we can tackle our increasing housing challenges. Mark your calendar and...

Take the "Housing Our Community" Survey!

TAKE THE SURVEY NOW! Increasing housing prices, changing household needs and constrained housing supply are challenges facing the City of Sonoma (City) along with other Bay Area and surrounding Sonoma County communities. Based on increasing concern over this dilemma, the City Council contracted with Healdsburg based UrbanGreen, Inc to develop a community education and engagement...

City of Sonoma Announces “Housing Our Community” Town Hall Series

Increasing housing prices, changing household needs and constrained housing supply are challenges facing the City of Sonoma (City) along with other Bay Area and surrounding Sonoma County communities. Based on increasing concern over this dilemma, the City Council contracted with Healdsburg based UrbanGreen, Inc to develop a community education and engagement program to create a...

Housing Our Community Town Hall Series

Increasing housing prices and constrained housing supply are challenges facing the City of Sonoma along with other Bay Area and surrounding Sonoma County communities. Based on increasing concern over this imbalance, the City Council contracted with UrbanGreen, Inc. to develop a community education and engagement program for members of the community to take part in...

Housing Our Community Town Hall Series Flyer

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Discuss the strengths, issues, opportunities, and YOUR vision for Sonoma through 2045 at Monday's Community Workshop

The City of Sonoma has embarked on a process to update the City's General Plan, serving as a guiding document for the city’s long-term growth and development. The General Plan addresses a range of crucial community topics, including land use, housing, economic development, transportation, parks and recreation, public safety, and more. We need your help...

Community Development Department Staff Contacts

The Community Development Department is located in Sonoma City Hall at No. 1 The Plaza. The department is structured into five divisions: Planning, Building, Housing, Climate Action and Sustainability, and Code Enforcement. Hours Of Operation Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fridays: Open by Appointment For public counter hours, please view below...

Community Development Department

In June 2023, the city merged the Planning & Community Services and Development Services & Building Departments to form the newly established Community Development Department. This department assumes a pivotal role in overseeing critical aspects of our city's governance, including affordable housing, zoning regulations, sustainability initiatives, and code enforcement efforts. In carrying out its duties,...

Press Release: City of Sonoma Hires New Community Development Director

View/Download a PDF of the press release SONOMA, Ca - June 9, 2023 --- The City of Sonoma (City) is delighted to announce the appointment of Jennifer M. Gates, AICP as the new Community Development Director. Ms. Gates, who relocated to Sonoma last year, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in strategic planning, policy...

Housing Element Update Completed

The City of Sonoma's 6th Cycle Housing Element has been adopted and approved. Thank you to all in our community that engaged in the process of updating this important document. The Sonoma City Council approved the Sonoma 6th Cycle Housing Plan and Background Report and CEQA Notice of Exemption at their Special Meeting on Tuesday, January 31st. On April...

Serve Your Community! Now accepting applications for certain Commissions & Committees

Read the full press release Recognizing the vast knowledge and talent of our community, the City of Sonoma (City) asks individuals to serve on a variety of commissions and committees. These commissions and committees are charged with focusing on key issues within Sonoma and then provide feedback, recommendations, and support to Sonoma City Council on...

Be our new City Manager

The City of Sonoma is seeking a City Manager who is an experienced executive leader who understands and values the needs of the organization as well as the residents (including those living in the unincorporated adjacent Sonoma Valley) and is willing to make a long-term commitment to Sonoma. The incoming City Manager will be expected...

Take our Housing Survey for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card!

Help us shape the future of our community’s housing needs by taking the Housing Needs and Priorities survey. Taking this survey will automatically give you a chance to win a $50 gift card! The City of Sonoma is in the process of updating the Housing Element of the General Plan for the 2023-2031 period as...

Let us know your housing concerns and priorities - take our survey today!

The City of Sonoma (City) is seeking feedback from the community to inform its 6th Cycle Housing Element Update, which provides the City’s plan to accommodate and encourage housing development, rehabilitation, and preservation from 2023-2031 and to promote equitable access to housing and resources. The City has several tools available on the City’s website to...

Where would you like to see new housing in the city of Sonoma?

Learn how Sonoma can meet its housing goals using Balancing Act - an easy, online, simulation that allows you to create a Housing Plan by exploring how different housing densities can help the city meet its housing goals, envisioning where that housing might go, and providing input on where they want to see new housing...

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