Disability Access Requirements and Resources (PDF: 115 kB)Ĭertain zoning districts allow buildings that are constructed to house farm machinery, animals, supplies, or products that are harvested from or used on a parcel of land.

Under federal and state law, compliance with disability access laws is a serious and significant responsibility that applies to all California building owners and tenants with buildings open to the public.

Notice to Applicants for Commercial Building Permits Temporary installation of a prefabricated structure such as a construction office or classroom will require a permit for temporary structures. Permit Sonoma offers pre-application meetings that provide you with the opportunity to meet with staff from all divisions and agencies that may be involved before you start the permitting process. Commercial and industrial projects have their own unique requirements in order to obtain a building permit. These projects may range from new construction to a tenant improvement for within an existing building. Some residential projects that are more complicated, like multi-unit buildings or developments with multiple structures, may benefit from pre-application meetings that provide you with the opportunity to me Commercial / IndustrialĬommercial projects are intended for businesses that serve customers whereas industrial projects are used for businesses that manufacture goods. No Building Permit Neededīuilding a fence, replacing cabinets in your kitchen? Find out about the work you can do without a building permit. Replacing your roof, furnace or water heater? Some simpler projects such as minor repairs or alterations still require a building permit but it may be issued online or over the counter in our Permit Center when you submit your application. There is a streamlined process for obtaining permits for residential solar rooftop systems.

Building construction permit process