Frequently asked questions

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What is the definition of density?
Zoning
How do endangered species, like the California Tiger Salamander, affect my application?
Animals
What is the definition of a tiny house?
Temporary Housing
Can I build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)§ 26.88.060
Can I designate an ADU as an affordable unit to defer required Affordable Housing fees while constructing my primary home?
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)Affordable & Workforce Housing§ 26.89.040
What is a bedroom?
Residential Accessory Uses1-4-11-4-6
What are "residential accessory" structures?
Residential Accessory Uses1-4-6
What is the definition of a bathroom?
Residential Accessory Uses1-4-11-4-6
What is an "attached" room or structure?
Residential Accessory Uses1-4-1
How Do I Request a Refund?
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Can I build a guest house?
§ 26.24.170
If I use a Hold/Pump and Haul contract to remove waste from my temporary Trailer, RV, Tiny Home Etc., do I need to save service receipts?
UtilitiesTemporary Housing§ 26.88.0108-1-1
If I had an Agricultural Exempt structure that burned down in the fire, do I need a new permit to rebuild it?
Rebuilding
How can I tell if my property is within Permit Sonoma's jurisdiction?
Zoning
Where can I grow cannabis plants for personal use?
Cannabis§ 26.88.258
Does the County allow adult use (recreational) non-medical cannabis uses?
Cannabis
How many cannabis plants can I grow for personal use?
Cannabis§ 26.88.258
Am I required to have a permit for personal cultivation?
Cannabis§ 26.88.258
Can I open a cannabis cafe or consumption lounge?
Cannabis
Can I register to cultivate industrial hemp?
CannabisAgricultural Uses
Do I need a permit for tree trimming or removal?
TreesChapter 26DArticle 67§ 26.88.010§ 25.2
For projects on properties located within a designated Scenic Corridor, where is the 30% Setback measured from?
Scenic Resources§ 26.64.030
What can I build on my property?
Zoning