Permit ACO26-0076

The project involves replanting 31.56 acres of vineyard in Sonoma, California, under Permit ACO26-0076, with no intention to alter the ministerial standards established in Chapter 36 of the Sonoma County Code or the Best Management Practices and Technical Report Guidelines for New Vineyard and Orchard Development, Replanting, and Agricultural Grading and Drainage. The work will adhere to existing regulatory frameworks without seeking variances or exceptions, ensuring compliance with local agricultural and environmental requirements. The applicant, GALLO VINEYARDS, INC, is leading the effort with support from a project manager and civil engineer, maintaining all operations within the bounds of permitted agricultural practices. The primary point of contact for the permit is Andy Casarez, Agriculture and Vineyard Conservation Coordinator at Sonoma County, reachable via phone or email for further inquiries. Additional contacts include Jake Bricker, serving as both Project Manager and representative for GALLO VINEYARDS, INC, and Cort Munselle, the licensed engineer overseeing technical execution. The project was posted on July 9, 2026, and is located at a designated site in Sonoma with a zip code of 95476. All activities are coordinated under existing county oversight and regulatory guidance, with no new or expanded use of land or resources beyond the replanting scope.