“If you are in need of a permit, then Tom Lynch is your guy! He is very knowledgeable, knows everyone involved in the process, and is a pleasure to talk with on the phone. I really appreciated his excellent communication skills. Whenever I called or emailed him with a question or concern, he responded and got things resolved & moving within a very short time. I can't thank Tom enough for taking the stress off me and getting my permits issued in a timely manner."

"Paladin Permit Services did an excellent job securing a building permit for our home in Bodega Bay. It was a somewhat complicated project, as mid-stream, we switched from a custom stick-built home to a manufactured home. With Sonoma County and the Coastal Commission having so much red tape to sort through, we made the decision to let the professionals handle the job, and it was the smartest decision we could have made. Tom Lynch and his team at Paladin took the bull by the horns and, within a short period of time from project start to completion, secured the permit. Tom Lynch and his staff are professional, easy to communicate with, and responsive to any questions and concerns. We highly recommend them for your permitting needs, regardless of the complexity of your project."

“I hired Paladin Permits to help permit a two decade old building violation on my property. Tom made an initial site visit, and from there Tom's years of experience in contracting and government where evident. I was confident I hired the best to handle my case given the complex path to clear the violation. Tom was professional, prompt, and had the knowledge of the country codes, laws, and regulations to guide the project through the various government channels. Tom also connected me with other professionals that oversaw the project, from drafting to electrical contractors. Tom and his staff guided the project to a successful conclusion, with my violation cleared and the building legalized. Handling complex buildings and country codes are not a DIY project. Hire the best in the business -Paladin Permits!”

"Tom Lynch helped us secure a building permit for a manufactured home we're putting on our property in Sebastopol. After struggling to do this ourselves, we quickly realized the complexity of that process was too difficult for us to do on our own. A contractor we spoke to recommended Tom to us and it was probably the best investment we made in this project. Tom and his crew were very informative, attentive and inexpensive. I don’t think we could have done it without them.”

“After spending the past 35 years in the commercial real estate business, developing, owning, and managing warehouse and office properties, I have had my fair share of experience working with a variety of service providers. However, when it came time to assist my daughter and her fiancé with purchasing and developing a home site in Sonoma County, I quickly realized that local expertise was paramount. Paladin Permit Services was the answer, providing the knowledge and support we needed—and then some.

From our first meeting, it was clear that Paladin was not just another service provider. The old adage "It's not what you know, but who you know" proved to be true as I witnessed firsthand the deep network of connections and relationships that Tom Lynch and his team have cultivated over the years. Their extensive experience navigating the complexities of the local permitting process, selecting qualified contractors, and choosing the right manufactured home made all the difference.

I recommend Paladin Permit Services without hesitation to anyone looking for expert permit and residential development guidance in Sonoma County.”

“I received a letter from the Santa Rosa Building and Safety informing me that a neighbor had described unpermitted work on my property. Upon inspection, the department determined that zero work during my ownership was performed without permits however it was also determined that work performed long prior to my ownership of ten years had been performed and needed to be permitted!   I called Tom Lynch at Paladin Permit Services, he promptly arrived at my home in West Sonoma County and informed me "this will be a tough one but we are up for the challenge"!

It took Paladin only two months to assemble a professional team to do what it takes to satisfy the County.  The end result included Permits for pre-existing walls, and electrical in the basement as well as an Encroachment Permit for pre-existing installation at my driveway to divert water properly to the creek behind my home. They eliminated the assertion that work was performed without permits.  Paladin also connected me with an engineer that devised a plan for better drainage on the property with the goal of keeping the basement dry.  

The experience was completely professional and I found the entire team at Paladin to be responsive, supportive and compassionate.  They always stayed on task and gave me the confidence that they were doing everything possible to contain costs as well as reach our goal.  I would refer Paladin to anyone in need of such services!”