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How do I create a revision on a permit?
Process
What is the status of my permit?
Process
Technical Corrections FAQ (PLP24-0013)
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Can I operate a Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (aka MEHKO) in a Hosted Rental or Bed & Breakfast?
Residential Accessory UsesZoningMicroenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO)§ 26.88.118
If my existing vacation rental license status is marked 'expired', will I need to apply for a new license?
Transient RentalsArticle 8
What are setback requirements from public and private roads?
Zoning§ 25.40
What permits are required for commercial cannabis cultivation?
Cannabis§ 26.88.250
Can a new large residential propane (LPG) tank be in the front setbacks?
Residential Accessory Uses
How do endangered species, like the California Tiger Salamander, affect my application?
Animals
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 are "residential accessory" structures?
Residential Accessory Uses1-4-6
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
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