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Stay Prepared, Evacuate Early, and Stay Safe

August 17, 2021

The City of Sonora, PG&E, and the California Fire Foundation wants to make the public aware that last year was the most destructive wildfire season in California on record. 4 million acres burned in 2020 – more than doubling 2018’s previous record. This is a reminder that wildfires can happen at anytime. Stay prepared, be…

Prepare Your Family With a 5-Minute Evacuation Plan

August 2, 2021

Tyler Summersett

When a wildfire strikes, do not wait for an evacuation order it could be too late!! Evacuate early when you see or smell a fire. Prepare you and your family with a 5-minute plan that: Maps out the evacuation routes from your home Maps out where to go if you cannot come home Has ready…

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Temporary Outdoor Operations Application & Permit Available

May 15, 2020

Tyler Summersett

The City Council approved Urgency Ordinance No. 868 authorizing the outdoor operation of a qualifying business (restaurants, wineries, and breweries) pursuant to a special Temporary Outdoor Operations Permit and granting the City Administrator temporary land use authority to implement the Outdoor Operations Permit. The application can be found HERE. In addition to the application the…

Forms & Applications

February 10, 2017

City of Sonora

Community Development Department Forms:Online Permits! Click here Abandoned Shopping Cart Prevention Plan Banner Application Banner Policy Building Fees Schedule Code Enforcement Complaint Form Cottage Food Operators Application Design Review Application (Rev. 9-1-21) Design Review Information Guide Development Agreement Application (Rev. 9-1-21) Division of Land Application (Use for Tentative & Subdivision Maps, Boundary Line Adjustments & Mergers) (Rev.…

Safety Element Update; Environmental Document; Planning Commission, April 27, 2026

April 16, 0202

Tyler Summersett

The City intends to adopt an Initial Study (IS)-Negative Declaration (ND) addressing environmental concerns covering both the Housing Element and Safety Element. The City opened a 30 day public comment period on July 11, 2025 . Please click on the document below to review the City’s findings. IS-ND Document Comments on the IS/ND and the…

Stay Prepared, Evacuate Early, and Stay Safe

Prepare Your Family With a 5-Minute Evacuation Plan

Temporary Outdoor Operations Application & Permit Available

Forms & Applications

Safety Element Update; Environmental Document; Planning Commission, April 27, 2026

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