Scott Orr named Director of Permit Sonoma
Scott Orr, who has worked through the ranks of Sonoma County’s permit and planning department, has been named the director of Permit Sonoma.
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Permit Sonoma Latest News | September 22, 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of Permit Sonoma’s community newsletter. You'll find important updates about projects, policies, and opportunities to get involved. Important information on upcoming public workshops, including Conservation Sonoma and Sonoma Development Center public input workshops, and policy milestones. Our goal is to keep you informed and connected and work together for a sustainable Sonoma County.
Conservation Sonoma Public Workshop
Conservation Sonoma invites community members, landowners, organizations, and agency partners to join a public workshop on Monday, September 22, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Scott Orr named Director of Permit Sonoma
Scott Orr, who has worked through the ranks of Sonoma County’s permit and planning department, has been named the director of Permit Sonoma.
Sonoma County Board of Supervisors advances Cannabis Program update
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday advanced the Cannabis Program update, taking a straw vote to approve parts of the updated program following a public hearing.
Sonoma County prepares for California Building Code updates
Permit Sonoma’s Building Division is preparing for the upcoming changes to the California Building Standards Code, which take effect on January 1, 2026. The 2025 code cycle introduces new statewide requirements that focus on wildfire resilience, clean energy and sustainable construction practices.
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