The City of Sonoma is currently seeking a dedicated Building Inspector to join our Community Development Department. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about ensuring safe and quality construction in our community. Salary Range: Building Inspector I: $7,173.98 to $8,720.01 per month Building Inspector II: $7,888.43 to $9,588.44 per month As … 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
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
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 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
The Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) is launching two major initiatives that will benefit both contractors and homeowners: the new Efficiency and Sustainable Energy (EASE) Home program and the Home Energy Score (HES) assessment tool. These programs are designed to make home upgrades easier and more effective, while promoting energy efficiency across the Bay … Continued
The Building Division team is developing a new permit process to introduce express permits for several types of projects. This change will streamline the permitting process, allowing permits to be issued and inspections scheduled online through our online permitting system. The following permit types are under consideration for this new process to enhance efficiency: Reroofing … Continued
We are excited to announce the launch of Contractor’s Corner—a dedicated webpage designed to keep professionals in the development industry informed about the latest news and updates from the City’s Community Development Department. Whether you’re a builder, architect, engineer, or contractor, Contractor’s Corner will be your primary resource for staying up-to-date on key changes, new … Continued
