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Planning Divsion
The Planning Division is responsible for all planning related activities in the City of Sonoma. Key responsibilities include the following:
Current planning (processing applications for planning permits, such as use permits, tentative maps, design review and commercial signs and reviewing building permits in order to assure compliance with applicable regulations).
Long-range planning (updating the General Plan, developing and implementing other planning documents, such as the Bicycle Plan, and working with the Sonoma County Community Development Commission on affordable housing).
Maintaining the City’s Geographic Information System, a database-driven mapping system that currently includes information on zoning, basic property characteristics, water and storm drain infrastructure, and the location of flood plains.
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The Keep People Housed – Sonoma County Homelessness Prevention Program launched this week and is now open to help eligible residents facing housing insecurity. This vital resource offers temporary financial assistance and services to those at high risk of homelessness or housing loss, addressing critical needs like back rent, move-in costs, rental assistance, utilities, and...
The City of Sonoma is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified firms or individuals to join a panel providing historic preservation services. These services will assist planning staff and City Commissions in evaluating historic resources in the city. Key Information: The selected consultants will be expected to provide the following services: Site visits...
The City of Sonoma is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or firms to conduct a comprehensive tree inventory, data reporting, and mapping of the urban tree canopy. This project aims to assess and expand the city's urban tree shade canopy to improve climate resilience and urban landscapes. Proposal Overview: The selected consultant will be responsible...
