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Title: Planning Areas, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The planning area dataset represents the nine geographical sub regions of Sonoma County's General Plan. The General Plan consists of Land Use Elements which provides the distribution, location and extent of uses of land for housing, business, industry, open space, agriculture, natural resources, recreation and enjoyment of scenic beauty, education, public buildings and grounds, solid and liquid waste disposal facilities, and other uses. Each Land Use Element has four major sections one of which includes policies applicable for each of the 9 geographical planning areas/sub regions. Therefore, the 9 planning areas/sub regions provide the basis for geographically discreet-specific application of land use policies. Note: Specific land use policies and land use maps are representative for each of the 9 planning areas/subregions. The maps show applicable land use categories and maximum permitted density for each parcel. Further, the maps illustrate the residential density as dwellings per acre in urban residential areas and acres per dwelling in rural areas. The 9 planning areas are as follows: Area 1 - Sonoma Coast/Gualala Basin Area 2 - Cloverdale/N.E. County Area 3 - Healdsburg and Environs Area 4 - Russian River Area Area 5 - Santa Rosa and Environs Area 6 - Sebastopol and Environs Area 7 - Rohnert Park-Cotati and Environs Area 8 - Petaluma and Environs Area 9 - Sonoma Valley
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Title: Scenic Corridors, Sonoma County, California, 2011
Contributors:- Line data
- 2011
Summary: The scenic corridors dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element 2.3 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. The scenic corridors element assist in identifying and preserving roadside landscapes that have a high visual quality as they contribute to the living environment of local residents and to the County's tourism economy. The scenic corridors represent one of three scenic resources component categories of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Element. The other scenic resource categories are Scenic Landscape Units and Community Separators. The Figure OSRC-1 (http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/fig-osrc1.pdf) shows these designated scenic resource areas. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf
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Title: Planning Area Policies, Sonoma County, California, 2015
Contributors:- Point data
- 2015
Summary: The General Plan Planning Area Policy dataset represents General Plan 2020 and zoning land development policies that are applicable to (site) specific properties within Sonoma County. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2005 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008 The dataset includes Rezones associated with GP2020 as adopted by Ordinance 5801 on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Planning Area Policies http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/lue.pdf
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Title: Supervisor Districts, Sonoma County, California, 2013
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2013
Summary: The board of supervisor dataset represents the five geographical sub regions of Sonoma County's legislative body which governs the largest political/jurisdictional boundary of local government within the State of California. The Board of Supervisors of the County of Sonoma is charged with the responsibility of establishing policy to guide the various functions of the County and, where necessary, to establish procedures by which functions are performed. The Board is composed of five supervisors elected from supervisorial districts for four year terms. As the county legislative body, the responsibilities of the Board of Supervisors are diverse. A major task of the Board of Supervisors is to manage the public money which comes to the county from property tax, sales tax, fees, and federal and state income grants. The Board of Supervisors is committed to providing the highest quality service to the public in a timely manner. To insure that the public is heard on issues of concern, the Board of Supervisors provides a forum for problem solving as it relates to government agencies and processes. To meet that goal, the Board also provides information and appropriate referrals to individuals who can resolve conflicts between individual citizens and the county departments. The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors sits as the governing board of Sonoma County and of various special jurisdictions such as the Sonoma County Water Agency, the Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District, the Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, County Sanitation Districts, and the Community Development Commission.
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Title: City Limits, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The city limit dataset represents the nine city, urban (incorporated) municipality boundaries within the County of Sonoma. This layer takes into account ALL RECORDED ANNEXATIONS as of December 31, 2012. See Data Quality - Attribute Accuracy tab for boundary modification history.
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Title: Local Area Development, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The local area development guideline dataset represents the discreet geographical areas subject to specific development guidelines within Sonoma County. The local area development guidelines and goals are as follows: Canon Manor West Subdivision Development Guideline The boundary polygon represents the Canon Manor West Subdivision Development Guideline, 237+/- acres located southwest of the intersection of Petaluma Hill Road and East Cotati Avenue, adopted by Ordinance #5675 & #5676 on July 18, 2006. The Canon Manor West Subdivision Development Guideline boundary surrounds those parcels subject to water conservation measures as described in Ordinance #5676. To note, Ordinance #5675 outlines the approved rezoning of the subject area [refer to adopted documentation for further insight]. - - - - Glen Ellen Development and Design Guideline, Subarea I & II The boundary polygon represents the Glen Ellen Development and Design Guideline adopted by Ordinance #4297 on November 14, 1990. The Glen Ellen Development and Design Guidelines boundary surrounds those parcels within subareas I and II of the Glen Ellen Study Area. The following applications within the subareas shall be evaluated in accordance with the Glen Ellen Development and Design Guidelines: Subarea I (exterior building permits, discretionary permits, and projects subject to administrative design review), and Subarea II (discretionary permits). The goal of the Glen Ellen Development and Design Guidelines is to direct development so that the character of Glen Ellen is enhanced and maintained. The guideline defines a local area, as a subunit of a planning area, which will provide a greater level of detail for specific uses or development in a local area. The Glen Ellen Development and Design Guidelines represent revised goals, objectives, policies and design guideline contained in previous versions of the Glen Ellen Town Plan (February 1988 and November 1988). - - - - Highway 12 Development Guideline The boundary polygon represents the Highway 12 Development Guideline adopted by Ordinance #5120 on August 25, 1998. The Highway 12 Development Guideline is applicable to parcels having frontage on Highway 12 from its intersection at El Verano Avenue, north, to its intersection at Agua Caliente Road. The Highway 12 Development Guideline is in conjunction with the Sonoma Valley Redevelopment Project Area. The goal of the Highway 12 Development Guideline is to provide criteria for private development to ensure the consistency of each individual project with the overall character of the Hwy 12 corridor. - - - - Highway 116 Scenic Corridor Study Guideline The boundary polygon represents the 116 Scenic Highway Corridor Study Guideline adopted by the State of California's Department of Transportation (Caltrans) on September 20, 1988. The goal of the 116 Scenic Highway Corridor Study is to protect and enhance the corridor. Therefore, the corridor limits are principally determined by topography (land forms) and/or large, dense stands of vegetation limiting views from the highway. If vegetation or man-made structures do not obstruct views from the highway, the farthest ridge lines are the limits of the corridor. Only those ridges visible from the corridor are included; consequently, areas behind ridges are not included. The width of the corridor varies greatly from as little as 100 feet to as much as 14,000 feet. Property within the corridor could be subject to higher levels of planning controls to preserve the scenic quality. - - - - Penngrove Main Street Design Guidelines The boundary polygon represents the Penngrove Main Street Design Guidelines adopted by Ordinance #5920 on December 14, 2010. The goal of the Penngrove Main Street Design Guidelines is to evaluate the merits of projects located in and around Main Street in Penngrove, between Old Redwood Highway and Adobe Road, and as specifically depicted by Figure E of Ordinance # 5920 article. Building permits involved new construction, or the exterior modification of existing structures, are subject to review to ensure conformance with the Penngrove Main Street Design Guidelines. In addition, all projects requiring discretionary entitlements, such as Design Review approval, Zoning Permits, and Use Permits, must comply with the Penngrove Main Street Design Guidelines. - - - - Russian River Corridor Design Guidelines The boundary polygon represents the Russian River Corridor Design Guidelines adopted by Ordinance #5921 on December 14, 2010. The goal of the Russian River Corridor Design Guidelines is to evaluate the merits of projects located within the central corridor which runs through the Russian River Redevelopment Project Area, and as specifically depicted in Figure A of Ordinance #5921 article. The Russian River Corridor Design Guidelines apply to commercial and multi-family residential projects. Single family projects are only subject to the Design Guidelines when involving four or more units. Building permits involving new construction, or any exterior modification of existing structures, are subject to review to ensure conformance with the Russian River Corridor Design Guidelines, as are all projects which require discretionary entitlements such as Design Review, Zoning Permits, and Use Permits. - - - - Sebastopol Road Urban Vision Plan The boundary polygon represents the Sebastopol Road Urban Vision Plan adopted by Resolution #07-0481 on October 31, 2007. The Urban Vision Plan for Sebastopol Road Corridor affects that stretch of Sebastopol Road between Dutton Avenue to the east and Stony Point Road to the west, linking both sides of Sebastopol Road as well as the area north of Sebastopol Road, ending at the Highway 12 right-of-way. The corridor is within the community of Roseland in the southwest area of Santa Rosa, California. While portions of the subject area are within the boundaries of the City of Santa Rosa, the majority of the properties are located in the unincorporated area of Sonoma County. The goal of the Sebastopol Road Urban Vision Plan is to create a consensus among the local community as to what future development of the corridor should look like and what types of uses should be located there. The goal includes land use concept and urban design criteria for the greater planning area, street scape enhancements, and envisioning the Roseland Village Shopping Center and the Dutton Plaza as an ideal location for a neighborhood center. - - - - Taylor/Sonoma/Mayacamas Design Guidelines The boundary polygon represents the Taylor/Sonoma/Mayacamas Design Guidelines adopted by Ordinance #5935 on May 10, 2011. The adoption amends Section 26-90-050 of the Sonoma County code to replace the existing Taylor-Sonoma Mountain Development Guidelines due to following General Plan scenic landscape units. The boundary polygon was revised with Resolution #11-0462 adopted August 23, 2011. The goal of the Taylor-Sonoma Mountain Development Guideline is to reduce the visual impacts of residential related development within the Scenic Landscape Units of Taylor, Sonoma, and Mayacamas areas as visible from public roads.
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Title: Parcels, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The parcel dataset represents ONLY unincorporated Sonoma County land and takes into account ALL RECORDED ANNEXATIONS as of December 31, 2012. The parcel dataset is based on an original parcel base obtained from the County of Sonoma, ISD/GIS (a.k.a. Central GIS). Due to the sensitive nature of land development datasets maintained by Sonoma County Permit and Resource Management Department [PRMD], only those parcels which have been reassigned a parcel number [APN] or have been reconfigured due to lot line adjustments, subdivision and/or merger/splits, are updated by PRMD GIS staff. [Note: Should you wish to obtain Central GIS, a non-ActiveMap/PRMD, parcel base dataset, please research vector data download link https://gis.sonoma-county.org/catalog.asp.] A distinction should be made with respect to this layer which includes GIS parcels and the official Assessor Parcels residing in the Assessor Map books at the Sonoma County Assessor Office. For official parcel records please contact the Sonoma County Assessor (707)565-1888. These parcels should NOT be represented as survey data, and the official record of survey takes precedence where there are discrepancies. It is the end user's responsibility to check the accuracy of the GIS data by comparing it with the published data from the Sonoma County Assessor / Recorder office. The Sonoma County parcel base was originally compiled from Assessor Parcel maps at a scale of 1:6000. The individual Assessor Parcel maps were enlarged or reduced in size using an electrostatic process to produce the maps at the 1:6000 scale, the maps were then fit together by hand and transcribed on to mylar. The mylar base consisted of 1:6000 USGS base map information typically found on the 7.5 USGS quad series. This base information consisted of Topography, Roads, Section, and Rancho lines to name some. Using this information, the Assessor Parcel maps were fit to the individual 1:6000 scale maps. Each 1:6000 scale map represents 1/6 (quad sixths) of a 7.5 minute USGS Quadrangle series map. In 1998 the State Board of Equalization provided the impetus to produce the Russian River Project for all of Planning Area 4. One aspect required for this project was a digital parcel base for Planning Area 4. This involved the conversion of the 1:6000 mylars with the transcribed parcels on them into a digital version of the parcels. The mylars where scanned and geo-referenced using the base map information originally included with the 1:6000 mylar base. The maps were geo-referenced to a digital version of the USGS 7.5 minute Quadrangle series available from the Teale Data Center. The original projection was California State Plane Zone 2 NAD 1927. County Staff then used AutoCAD software to heads up digitize each 1:6000 scale map in Planning Area 4. A custom application was created and used by GIS staff involving the use of Avenue and ArcView 3.2 to create a point for all the parcels in Planning Area 4, attributes included Assessor Parcel Number. The DWGs were then converted to shapefiles and then converted to ArcINFO coverages, the parcel tags were converted from shapefiles to ArcINFO coverages and the point coverage was merged with the polygon coverage with the IDENTITY command. An exhaustive process was involved to eliminate errors once the DWGs were converted to ArcINFO coverages so polygons could be generated. The coverages were then aggregated using the MAPJOIN command, the original boundary of the 1:6000 scale maps was removed using the REGIONDISSOLVE command to merge adjacent polygons with the same AP number. In 1999 the remainder of the planning areas were converted to digital form following the Russian River Project and the seamless base was completed in 2001. The seamless parcel base was maintained in ArcINFO until the release of ArcGIS 8.3, which included topology tools necessary for its maintenance. The seamless base prior to late 2002 was suitable for 1:100000 scale while the control points (the corners for the 1:6000 scale maps) were suitable for 1:24000 scale. Prior to rectification to the Merrick 2000 orthophotography, the parcel data were derived from 1:6000 scale maps (enlarged from USGS 7.5 minute quadrangle 1:24,000 series) and digitized in California State Plane, Zone II, NAD 27 coordinates (survey feet), but were converted to California State Plane, Zone II, NAD 83 coordinates (survey feet) as part of a rectification process now underway. The parcels used to use the USGS 7.5 minute quadrangle (1:24,000) series for coordinate control, but no guarantee is made for their spatial accuracy. The data were re-projected to NAD 83 coordinates to overlay the orthophotography, but the parcel boundaries will not correspond precisely with features in the images. The parcels were rectified to orthophotography flown in April - May 2000 using geo-referencing tools available in ArcGIS 8.3. This project was completed in July 2005. In general, the parcels meet National Accuracy Standards for 1:24,000 scale maps, and likely exceed that accuracy in urban areas. A complete description of the process is detailed in a series of documents located on a local file server: S:\COMMON\GIS\Documentation\Parcel Rectification & Update Process\Procedure - *. doc. A brief summary is as follows. Individual Assessor Parcel pages or CAD drawings are rectified to the orthophoto. COGO & survey data are used when available and in sufficient quantities to enable the bulk of an Assessor Parcel page to be digitized using said information. Polygons are generated directly from the COGO data, CAD dwg are exported to feature classes, where polygons are then generated, rectified Assessor Parcel pages are vectorized using ArcScan and subsequently polygons are generated. A spatial join is used to assign attributes to the newly generated polygons. Polygons are then assigned an accuracy rank based on source, quality of the fit to the orthophoto, and RMS error encountered during rectification (only the scanned Assessor maps will have and RMS error associated with them). See the fields RANK and DESCRIPTION for information on fit assessment. Areas that have been successfully updated as such have a reasonable expectation of accuracy of +/- 10 and possibly better, areas that have not been updated or are flagged in SCAMP (http://sc-gis/web/scamp/browse.jsp) under the GIS group Projects as Needs Survey Data, the original accuracy assessment of 1:100000 applies.
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Title: Land Use Policy, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The General Plan land use policy dataset represents Sonoma County General Plan 2020 and zoning land development policies that are applicable to (site) specific properties within Sonoma County. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Planning Area Policies http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/lue.pdf
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Title: Urban Service Areas, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The urban service area (USA) dataset represents the designated limit to the urban development of unincorporated communities per Sonoma County's General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. Currently, there are 21 unincorporated urban service communities within Sonoma County. The communities are limited to urban development through urban services which is the full range of public services and infrastructures including sewer, water, police and fire protection, roads, transit, etc. Per General Plan Land Use 2020 adoption on 09/23/2008 by the Board of Supervisors, USA's were updated to reflect changes in service areas, spheres of influence and city urban growth boundaries (Reso. No. 08-0808). The 21 urban service areas are as follows: Airport Bodega Bay Cloverdale Cotati Forestville Geyserville Graton Guerneville Healdsburg Larkfield Monte Rio Occidental Penngrove Petaluma Rohnert Park Santa Rosa Sea Ranch Sebastopol Sonoma Sonoma Valley Windsor To note, according to 2012 California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Chapter 2.5 Definitions addresses "Urbanized Area" and defines "urban growth boundary" as a provision of a locally adopted general plan that allows urban uses one side of the boundary and prohibits urban uses on the other side.
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Title: Land Use Area, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The General Plan Land Use by Area dataset represents the broader countywide distribution, location and extent of land development by land use categories (designation) and density as specified in the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County Zoning Regulations http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/docs/zoning/index.htm Chapter 26 specifies the applicability of base zoning districts to general plan land use categories (designations). Therefore, base zoning districts and the general plan land uses are interdependent. While the general plan land use specifies broader land use development policies, guidelines, and standards, each base zoning district is specific in stating purpose, permitted uses, uses permitted with a use permit and permitted residential density and development criteria.
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Title: Zoning, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The zoning by area dataset represents the detailed countywide distribution, location and extent of land development by base zoning districts, density and parcel specific combining districts (P, TS, Z) as specified in Sonoma County Code Zoning Regulations Chapter 26. Chapter 26 has been adopted to promote and protect the public health, safety, peace, comfort, convenience and general welfare. It is also adopted for the following specified purposes: (a) To provide for the orderly and beneficial land use of the county; (b) To protect the character and social and economic stability of agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial and other communities within the county; (c) To protect the public safety and welfare by regulating the location and uses of all structures and land; (d) To protect and conserve the scenic, recreational and natural resource characteristics of the county; (Ord. No. 2392, 4) (e) To provide for the orderly and timely processing of development projects as anticipated by the California Permit Streamlining Act. Development projects do not include rezoning, plan amendments or other applications accompanied by a request for a rezoning or plan amendment. (Ord. No. 4643, 1993.) Chapter 26 specifies the applicability of base zoning districts to general plan land use categories (designations). Therefore, base zoning districts and the general plan land uses are interdependent. While the general plan land use specifies broader land use development policies, guidelines, and standards, each base zoning district is specific in stating purpose, permitted uses, uses permitted with a use permit and permitted residential density and development criteria. Related Resources: Sonoma County Zoning Regulations http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/docs/zoning/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/index.htm
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Title: Redevelopment Plans, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2010
Summary: The redevelopment plan dataset represents the three designated project areas governed by the Sonoma County Community Development Commission. Redevelopment agencies exercise governmental functions and powers under the provisions of the Community Redevelopment Law (CRL), Health and Safety Code Sections 33000 et seq. of the State Constitution. Enacted shortly after the end of World War II, refined over the decades and tested in the courts, the CRL has provided a means by which cities and counties can address deteriorating physical, economic and social conditions in urbanized areas at the local level. It has become a primary tool for rehabilitation of housing stock, revitalization of business environments, creation of jobs, and for gaining the participation and investment of the property owners, business owners and residents of designated project areas. Through redevelopment, a project area will receive focused attention and financial investment to reverse deterioration trends in areas where the private sector is less inclined to invest without government assistance. A redevelopment agency must establish a designated project area before it can undertake any of the activities allowed under the CRL. Sonoma County established its Community Redevelopment Agency in 1984 and, later the same year, completed the process of designating its first two project areas; the Roseland and The Springs (Sonoma Valley) project areas. The County's newest project area on the lower Russian River was approved in July of 2000. The redevelopment plans and goals are as follows: Roseland Redevelopment Plan The boundary polygon represents the Roseland Redevelopment Plan adopted by Resolution # 84-2347 on November 27th, 1984. The primary objective of the Roseland Plan has been to improve the area's infrastructure, primarily Sebastopol Road. The Project's focus is now being turned to affordable housing and mixed-use development opportunities. - - - - Russian River Redevelopment Plan The boundary polygon represents the Russian River Redevelopment Plan adopted by Resolution # 5249 on July 18th, 2000. The Russian River Redevelopment Plan states twenty-three Specific Goals and Objectives that include: restoration and expansion of the Project Area as a desirable visitor and tourist destination; revitalization, as appropriate, of the Project Area's businesses and business districts; enhancement and protection of the physical environment and sensitive habitat areas; preservation and enhancement of architecturally and historically interesting buildings and neighborhoods; improvement of substandard housing conditions; improvement of streets to ensure safe motor vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian movements; upgrading and improvement of utility services to reduce power outages; assistance in the repair, expansion or development of sewer facilities; and assistance to public safety entities in the provision of capital facilities and equipment to serve the Project Area and environs. - - - - The Springs (Sonoma Valley) Redevelopment Plan The boundary represents the The Springs (Sonoma Valley) Redevelopment Plan adopted by Resolution # 84-3379 on November 27th, 1984. The Springs (Sonoma Valley) Redevelopment Plan has three primary Goals: 1. Create for the Sonoma Highway commercial district an efficient, attractive and identifiable commercial neighborhood in which existing and new commercial establishments and professional offices can capture a share of the growing market demand for goods and services in the area. 2. Alleviate deterioration in residential neighborhoods in order to stabilize and enhance the quality of the Project Area neighborhoods. 3. Maximize the natural environmental potential of the Project Area in order to create an attractive and efficient community for all persons working and living in the area. Related Resources: Sonoma County Community Development Commission, (CDC) Redevelopment Agency [Project Areas] http://www.sonoma-county.org/cdc/rdmain.htm
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Title: Scenic Landscape, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2010
Summary: The scenic landscape unit's dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element 2.2 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. This dataset includes additions to the Scenic Landscape Units as of August 23, 2011 per Resolution #11-0463. As the County urbanizes, the scenic landscape unit element assists in identifying areas that require the maintenance of openness for visual relief from urban densities/development. The scenic landscapes units have little capacity to absorb substantial development without significant visual impact and this element assist in retaining the largely open, scenic character of these landscapes. Therefore, the preservation of these scenic resources is important to the general welfare and quality of life for County residents while maintaining the tourists and agricultural economy within the 15 major scenic landscape units designated. The scenic landscape units represent one of three scenic resources component categories of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Element. The other scenic resource categories are Community Separators and Scenic Corridors. The Figure OSRC-1 (http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/fig-osrc1.pdf) shows these designated scenic resource areas. The major Scenic Landscape Units have been identified as follows: The Coast Oak Valley Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys Hills East of Windsor Eastside Road River Road Laguna de Santa Rosa Bennett Valley Highway 116 Atascadero Creek Coleman Valley Sonoma Mountains Hills South of Petaluma Sonoma Valley/Mayacamas Mountains South Sonoma Mountains The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf
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Title: Marshes and Wetlands, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2010
Summary: The marshes and wetlands dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Biotic Resources Habitat Areas Element 3.1 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. The marshes and wetlands is one of four types of biotic habitats which assist in identifying and preserving natural and diverse biotic resource habitat areas from adverse effects of human activities. The Wetlands are transitional areas between aquatic and terrestrial habitats and include marshes, vernal pools, seeps, springs, and portions of riparian corridors with wetland vegetation. Wetlands are recognized for their high fish and wildlife habitat values, occurrences of unique plant and animal species, and importance in water recharge and filtration. Wetlands meeting certain criteria are subject to regulations of the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), CDFG, or applicable Regional Water Quality Control Boards. Wetland areas mapped as part of the National Wetlands Inventory and other sources include the Laguna de Santa Rosa, vernal pools, San Pablo Bay and Petaluma marshes, coastal and tidal marshes, and such freshwater marshes as the Pitkin, Kenwood, Cunningham, and Atascadero Marshes. Detailed delineations are typically necessary to confirm the presence and extent of any jurisdictional wetlands. The Biotic Habitat Areas designated on Figures OSRC-5a through 5i (http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/index.htm) depict the habitats whose locations are known and considered important for protection at this time. However, the biotic habitat policies provide for protection of biotic habitats both within and outside designated areas. Currently available information on the location and value of native habitats and sensitive resources is incomplete and changes over time as sites are assessed, new occurrences are reported, and additional locations are identified. As more habitat mapping information becomes available in the future, changes in designations will be considered along with possible policy changes. Regular collection and updating of reliable information and refinement of best management practices are necessary to protect the County's biotic resources over the long term. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Biotic Resources Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf
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Title: Community Separators, Sonoma County, California, 2015
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2015
Summary: The community separators dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element 2.1 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. This dataset includes revisions to the Community Separator adopted by Resolution #11-0463 on August 23, 2011. The community separators element assists in identifying eight areas that preserve the visual identities of communities by maintaining open space areas between cities and communities. These areas need to remain open or retain a rural character in order to avoid corridor-style urbanization. Therefore, the community separators function as rural open space to separate cities and other communities, contain urban development, and to provide city and community identity by providing visual relief from continuous urbanization. Although community separators are rural areas that have open space characteristics, many of these areas are also scenic. The lands within community separators are frequently subject to pressure for development because they are close to developed areas and major roads. The community separators represent one of three scenic resources component categories of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Element. The other scenic resource categories are Scenic Corridors and Scenic Landscape Units. The Figure OSRC-1 (http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/fig-osrc1.pdf) shows these designated scenic resource areas. The following eight areas have been designated as Community Separators: Petaluma/Novato Petaluma/Rohnert Park Rohnert Park/Santa Rosa Santa Rosa/Sebastopol Windsor/Larkfield/Santa Rosa Windsor/Healdsburg Northeast Santa Rosa Glen Ellen/Agua Caliente The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Scenic Resources Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf
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Title: Area Specific Plans, Sonoma County, California, 2012
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2012
Summary: The specific and area plan dataset represents local communities subject to the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Land Use Element Policy LU-1a as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. There are 16 local communities which are subject to the specific and area plan development policies. Each community is unique and therefore, has particular policies and goals which assist in governing development potential. An Area or Specific Plan may establish more detailed policies affecting proposed development, but may not include policies that are in conflict with the Sonoma County General Plan 2020. Where there appears to be a conflict between the General Plan and any Area or Specific Plan, the MORE RESTRICTIVE policy or standard shall apply. The specific and area plan policies and goals are as follows: Airport Industrial Specific Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Sonoma County Airport Industrial Area Specific Plan adopted by Resolution #84-2213 on October 30, 1984. The boundary polygon identifies the specific plan and a master environmental area to assess the future use of 770 acres involving the Airport Boulevard planning area in the vicinity of the Sonoma County Airport. - - - - Bennett Valley Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Bennett Valley Area Plan adopted by Resolution #63206A on February 27, 1979 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The goals of the Bennett Valley Area Plan was to retain and enhance the rural character, protection of agriculture as well as to reflect the environmental and economic constraints, suitability and sensitivity of the study area in determining the location and intensity of development. The boundary of the Bennett Valley Area Plan was revised/expanded to correspond with the Design Review Area by Resolution #11-0461 adopted on August 23, 2011. - - - - Franz Valley Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Franz Valley Area Plan adopted by Resolution #63602 on April 17, 1979 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The purpose, goals and policies of the Franz Valley Area Plan was the creation of a citizens committee to focus on discussions of issues and goals. The committee policies were used in the formulation of the land use and open space plans, which are the primary means of implementing the Franz Valley Area Plan. The 1993 revisions of the Franz Valley Area Plan did not include an exhaustive evaluation or reconsideration of the policies or designations contained in the plan. The scope of the revisions was limited to that necessary to achieve General Plan consistency. - - - - Hessel Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Hessel Area Plan adopted by Resolution #64310 on July 31, 1979. The goals and policies of the Hessel Area Plan was to accommodate a variety of rural lifestyles and to protect and maintain agriculture in the area. - - - - Lower River Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Lower River Area Plan adopted by Resolution #74191 on May 3, 1983, Resolution # 9760 on September 1, 1983, Resolution # 9789 on October 20,1983, and Resolution #75478B and #75479 on October 31, 1983. The goals and policies of the Lower River Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The Lower River Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - North Santa Rosa Specific Plan: The boundary polygon represents the North Santa Rosa Specific Plan adopted by Resolution #73512 in January 1983. The goals and policies of the North Santa Rosa Specific Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The North Santa Rosa Specific Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - North Sonoma Valley Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the North Sonoma Valley Area Plan adopted by Resolution #68557 on January 5, 1981. The goals and policies of the North Sonoma Valley Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The North Sonoma Valley Area Plan draws extensively from the North Sonoma Valley Zoning Plan adopted in 1974. The present plan incorporates the major goals and objectives of the earlier plan, and therefore, will continue to minimize residential growth and maximize preservation of open space, recreation and agriculture in the Valley. The North Sonoma Valley Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - Penngrove Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Penngrove Area Plan adopted by Resolution #84-675 on April 10, 1984 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The Penngrove Area Plan was created to re-evaluate residential densities within the Penngrove sewer service area. The plan boundary was extended beyond the immediate community to include the surrounding area where no previous specific plan had been undertaken. The Penngrove Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - Petaluma Dairy Belt Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Petaluma Diary Belt Area Plan adopted by Resolution #85-2789 on December 17, 1985 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The goals and policies of the Petaluma Diary Belt Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The Petaluma Dairy Belt Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - Sonoma Mountain Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the Sonoma Mountain Area Plan adopted by Resolution #61105 on June 20, 1978 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The Sonoma Mountain Area Plan was created out of response to concerned citizens over major land divisions proposed within the area. The plan methodology focuses on analysis of existing land use patterns and commitments, and the analysis of the environmental opportunities and constraints within the area. The Sonoma Mountain Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. The boundary of the Sonoma Mountain Area Plan was revised to remove the area that overlapped the Bennett Valley Area Plan by Resolution #11-0461 adopted on August 23, 2011. - - - - South Santa Rosa Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the South Santa Rosa Area Plan adopted by Resolution #71691 on May 4, 1982 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The goals and policies of the South Santa Rosa Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The South Santa Rosa Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. The boundary of the South Santa Rosa Area Plan was revised to remove the area that overlapped the Bennett Valley Area Plan by Resolution #11-0461 adopted on August 23, 2011. - - - - South Sonoma Valley Area I & II Area Plans: The boundary polygon represents the South Sonoma Valley Area I Area Plan adopted by Resolution #51799-51801 on December 9, 1975. The boundary polygon represents the South Sonoma Valley Area II Area Plan adopted by Resolution #51553 on November 18, 1975 and revised in February 1978 in compliance with Resolution #51553. Due to the large scale of the study area, the South Valley was divided into four separate study areas. The South Sonoma Valley Area I Area Plan encompasses El Verano, Boyes Springs, Fetters Springs and Agua Caliente. Whereas, the South Sonoma Valley Area II Area Plan encompasses areas northeast, east and south of the City of Sonoma. The plans consider the social, economic and environmental characteristics of the area and blends such complex variables as community sentiment, physical capabilities of the land (particularly those characteristics directly related to wells and septic systems), and urban/rural economics into a comprehensive plan capable of serving both present and future needs. The plan goals and policies centers on enhancing the rural lifestyle that now exists in the Valley, conserve productive agricultural land for agricultural use, preserve hillsides in their present natural or agricultural state and retain open space by developing a taxing policy which favors agriculture and other open lands. The adopted land use and zoning within the Area Plan is consistent with the County General Plan, and echoes the intent and concepts embodied in the City of Sonoma's General Plan. - - - - West Petaluma Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the West Petaluma Area Plan adopted by Resolution #70087 on August 11, 1981 and modified by Resolution #93-0337 on March 9, 1993. The goals and policies of the West Petaluma Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The West Petaluma Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - West Santa Rosa Area Plan: The boundary polygon represents the West Santa Rosa Area Plan adopted by Resolution #72471 on August 10, 1982. The goals and policies of the West Santa Rosa Area Plan was intended to resolve differences between the adopted 1974 zoning and the goals, policies, and projections for the same area specified in the 1978 County General Plan. The West Santa Rosa Area Plan is organized to serve as an Environmental Impact Report. - - - - West Sebastopol Specific Plan: The boundary polygon represents the West Sebastopol Specific Plan adopted by Resolution #65071 on December 11, 1979. The goals and policies of the West Sebastopol Specific Plan was oriented toward services and community activities in and around Sebastopol. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Adopted Index http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Amended Index http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/amended/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Land Use Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/lue.pdf (page LU-12 and LU-13)
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Title: Air Quality Control Board, Sonoma County, California, 2011
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2011
Summary: The air quality control board dataset represents the Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District (a.k.a. NSCAPCD) and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (a.k.a. BAAQMD). The Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District set forth Rule 110 which states: rules and regulations are set forth to achieve and maintain such levels of air quality as will protect human health and safety; prevent injury to plant and animal life; avoid damage to property; and preserve the comfort, convenience and enjoyment of the natural attractions of the California North Coast Air Basin. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment in the San Francisco Bay region. The Air District aims to: 1) attain and maintain air quality standards, 2) increase public awareness of positive air quality choices, and 3) develop and implement protocol and policies for environmental justice. It is the intent of all air pollution control districts and air quality management districts in the California North Coast Air Basin to adopt and enforce rules and regulations which assure that reasonable provision is made to achieve and maintain state and federal ambient air quality standards for the area under their jurisdiction and to enforce all applicable provisions of State law.
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Title: Sphere of Influence (SOI), Sonoma County, California, 2011
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2011
Summary: The sphere of influence dataset represents the nine cities, urban (incorporated) municipality sphere of influence (e.g. SOI) boundaries within the County of Sonoma as determined by the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). See Data Quality - Attribute Accuracy tab for boundary modification history. A "sphere of influence" is a physical boundary a local governmental agency is expected to provide services for and is generally set by Sonoma LAFCO with a 20-year time frame. Sphere of influence boundaries are designated in order to help discourage urban sprawl, limit boundary disputes between local agencies, and provides indications regarding future development potential. A district or City's SOI should not to be construed as "referral" areas or as bestowing authority and control in the sphere area. LAFCO can amend a SOI if there are sound reasons to do so.
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Title: Habitat Connectivity, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Contributors:- Polygon data
- 2010
Summary: The habitat connectivity corridors dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Biotic Resources Habitat Areas Element 3.1 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. The habitat connectivity corridors is one of four types of biotic habitats which assist in identifying and preserving natural and diverse biotic resource habitat areas from adverse effects of human activities. The maintaining and improving opportunities for habitat connectivity throughout the County is essential for protecting biodiversity and sustaining native plant and animal populations. Linkages and corridors are needed to allow movement across the landscape and to connect wetlands and other important habitat areas to undeveloped lands and permanent open space. Important linkages and corridors include lands south of Glen Ellen connecting Sonoma Mountain and the Mayacamas Range and lands connecting the Laguna de Santa Rosa to agricultural areas south of Highway 116. The Biotic Habitat Areas designated on Figures OSRC-5a through 5i (http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/index.htm) depict the habitats whose locations are known and considered important for protection at this time. However, the biotic habitat policies provide for protection of biotic habitats both within and outside designated areas. Currently available information on the location and value of native habitats and sensitive resources is incomplete and changes over time as sites are assessed, new occurrences are reported, and additional locations are identified. As more habitat mapping information becomes available in the future, changes in designations will be considered along with possible policy changes. Regular collection and updating of reliable information and refinement of best management practices are necessary to protect the County's biotic resources over the long term. The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Biotic Resources Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf
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Title: Future Parks, Sonoma County, California, 2010
Contributors:- Point data
- 2010
Summary: The future parks dataset represents the Open Space and Resource Conservation Outdoor Recreation Element 9 of the Sonoma County General Plan 2020 as adopted on September 23, 2008 by Resolution No. 08-0808. The outdoor recreation element assist in identifying and preserving adequate parklands and trails primarily in locations that are convenient to urban areas and on public lands to meet the outdoor recreation needs of the population, while not affecting agricultural uses. Therefore, the FUTURE designated outdoor recreation areas to provide pleasure and enjoyment for County residents are represented in this dataset. Figures OSRC-3, 4, and 5a through 5i show designated outdoor recreation areas. Per the use in the Sonoma County General Plan, the corridor data was created by the County of Sonoma, Open Space District and revised by the Permit and Resource Management Department (PRMD). The intent of the plan is that policies, guidelines, and standards be clear and direct so that property owners and citizens may easily understand its provisions and how they apply to parcels of land as well as their cumulative impact on future environmental conditions and quality of life. The broad purpose of the Sonoma County General Plan is to express policies which will guide decisions on future growth, development, and conservation of resources through 2020 in a manner consistent with the goals and quality of life desired by the county's residents. Under State law many actions on private land development, such as specific plans, area plans, zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects and other decisions must be consistent with the general plan. The goals, objectives, and policies set forth in the plan will be applied in a manner to insure their constitutionality. Per Title 7, Division 1 of the Government Code of the State of California. Article 5, Section 65300 et seq, the County of Sonoma is required to adopt a comprehensive general plan to guide its future physical development. Therefore, as required by law, the 2020 Sonoma County General Plan was officially adopted on September 23, 2008. Related Resources: Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Index [includes amendments since adoption] http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/index.htm Sonoma County General Plan 2020 Open Space and Resource Conservation Outdoor Recreation Element http://www.sonoma-county.org/prmd/gp2020/adopted/osrce.pdf