Permits & licensing in Connecticut local government
What Connecticut city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
474 Connecticut meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Connecticut with the most permits & licensing activity
- Branford, CT (41)
- Stonington, CT (32)
- Newington, CT (29)
- Granby, CT (29)
- Middletown, CT (27)
- Bristol, CT (25)
- West Hartford, CT (22)
- Waterford, CT (21)
- Old Lyme, CT (20)
- Trumbull, CT (19)
- Cromwell, CT (18)
- Beacon Falls, CT (15)
Latest matching meetings
Inland Wetlands Commission to conduct site walks for two residential projects
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission is holding a special meeting for site walks. Members will visit two properties to review permit applications for residential construction and subdivision.
Conservation Commission to hold public hearing on Somerset Drive pond maintenance
The Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss several land-use applications. The body will review projects at Somerset Drive, Watertown Road, Southford Road, and Sperry Pond.
Commission will review an excavation permit for 261 River Road
The Sterling Inland Wetland & Watercourses Commission will meet on July 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the municipal building and via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes, a review of an excavation application submitted by Andrew Davis for the property at 261 River Road, and the…
Wetland Agency reviews WP-26-19 permit change for 2933 Main St.
The Coventry Inland Wetlands Agency will hold a hybrid meeting on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes discussion of two wetland permit applications: WP-26-19 at 2933 Main Street, now a Regulated Activity Permit for agricultural use and road improvements, and WP-26-22 at 127 Lewis Hill Road for a new driveway and…
Town Plan & Zoning Commission reviews theater permit and other land use petitions
The commission will hold a public hearing on a special permit application for a theater and performing arts facility at 50 Rockwell Road in the Planned Development zone. It will also consider a renewal of a special permit for a home‑occupation business at 172 Indian Hill Road and a pre‑application discussion for a…
Public hearing on theater/performing arts facility at 50 Rockwell Road
The Town Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 22, 2026, to consider a special permit for a theater/performing arts facility at 50 Rockwell Road in the Planned Development Zone. The applicant is Christopher O'Neill, owner 50 Rockwell Road LLC. The hearing is hybrid via Zoom and in-person.
Agency reviews wetlands permits for commercial and residential projects
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will consider several permit applications for construction within Upland Review Areas. The body will also review a town-wide drainage maintenance program and three cease and desist enforcement reports.
Commission to review wetland permits for subdivisions and residential work
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will review several permit applications for work near wetlands. The body will consider a 10-lot subdivision and various residential projects including a garage, utilities, and a deck.
City Plan Commission to review special permits for residential and community use
The Commission on the City Plan will hold public hearings and consider potential actions on three land-use applications. These include requests for a community shelter and religious use, as well as conversions of office space to residential units.
Commission will consider a petition to create a new Marina Redevelopment Zone
The Harbor Management Commission will review updates on North Cove dredging, the Ferry Road dredging and dock expansion project, and the Harbor Master/Dock Master report. It will consider a zoning commission referral: a petition by Ferry Landing LLC, represented by attorney Edward M. Cassella, to amend the Old…
Aquaculture license agreement and license transfer head Shellfish Commission meeting
The Stonington Shellfish Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss several business items, including a review of the aquaculture license agreement with Stonington Farms Shellfish, the transfer of a license from Little Narragansett Bay Oyster Co. to Niantic Bay Shellfish Farm, water quality testing for…
Commission will review a ZBA for a generator and propane tank at 6 Kruskyville Rd
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three applications: a permit for a pool house at 20 Allen Road (Kelley), a permit for a shed at 68 Northrop Street (Little Rocky Ledge LLC), and a ZBA application for a generator, propane tank, and overhang at 6 Kruskyville Road (SMF Universal LLC). The meeting will also…
Fire station committee to discuss change orders, building permit
The Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee will review and approve June meeting minutes, consider invoice payments, and discuss old business regarding the building permit. Under current business, the committee will consider a recommendation to defer the change order process pending the return of Steve Smith, and…
Petition to amend zoning for off‑street parking in Saybrook Point District
The Planning Commission and Housing Task Force will review several land‑use items. They will consider a petition to amend Section 37.1.17 of the zoning regulations to allow off‑street parking accessories in the Saybrook Point District. They will also review a petition to create a new Marina Redevelopment Zone and two…
Master Park Plan update among routine agenda items
The Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Master Park Plan update and routine program and facilities updates. No votes on specific contracts or ordinances are scheduled. The meeting also covers permits and sponsorships.
Harbor Management Commission reviews dock designs and dredge applications
The commission will discuss dock designs for Horseneck Creek and Ferry Road and a dredge application for Four-Mile River. The meeting includes a report from OLFD Marine Captain Jared Flagg and a review of a boat grant quote from Life Proof Boats.
West Haven P&Z to consider liquor license and middle housing zoning changes
The West Haven Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. to consider applications for special permits and a proposed regulation change regarding middle housing.
Water Pollution Control Authority meeting on July 13, 2026
The Water Pollution Control Authority will meet to discuss new and old business. The agenda includes a permit renewal for Saybrook Station and updates regarding the Fuss & O’Neill CEPA process.
Public hearing on 8,000SF building for Our Companions
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a modification of special permit for an 8,000-square-foot multi-purpose building owned by Our Companions. The commission may also decide on town-wide zoning map updates, review draft zoning amendments required by SSA 25-1, and discuss the final layout of…
Commission to review home model changes and shared driveway permits
The Conservation and Inland Wetlands Commission will approve minutes from May and June, review permit amendments for a house model change and a shared driveway, and discuss enforcement and financial matters.
Inland Wetlands Commission to hold show cause hearings on four enforcement cases
The Commission will conduct show cause hearings regarding unauthorized vegetation removal and contaminated stormwater discharge. The body will also receive new applications and review agent approvals for residential projects.
Newington TPZ approves alcohol permit and kids' gym facility
The Town Plan & Zoning Commission decided on special permits for two businesses and issued a referral for a new firehouse. The meeting took place on July 8, 2026.
Wetlands Agent approves driveway and drainage work at Heather Ln #14
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission Agent approved application #2026-006. This document serves as a legal notice of that decision.
Rogers Lake board to review invasive species plan, water testing, and fishing tournaments
The Rogers Lake Authority will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 8, 2026, to discuss old business including June expenditures, a patrol boat update, a rapid response plan for invasive species, and water quality/eDNA testing. New business items include scheduling several fishing tournaments, discussion of open…
Shellfish Commission to discuss commercial lease renewals and permit sales
The Shellfish Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings, review the treasurer's report and monitoring data, and discuss key operational items. New business includes collection of permit sales at Riverside Grocery, while old business covers online recreational permit sales, public outreach, and updates on…
Commission to decide on new Firehouse #4 at 84 Fifth Street
The Town Plan and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and decide on several permits, including a special permit for an indoor kids' gym at 1581 Southeast Road and alcohol sales at Sloppy Waffle on Berlin Turnpike. New business includes a pre-application for a truck driving school and a referral to demolish and…
Commission to review permits for a kids' gym and alcohol sales at a restaurant
The Town Plan and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to consider two special permit petitions. The board will decide if the proposed businesses meet zoning requirements for their respective locations.
Granby IWWC to review apartment development and residential permits
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold public hearings for a 16-unit apartment building and a new single-family home. The board will also consider several other residential construction permits and hold a show cause hearing regarding unpermitted activity.
Public hearing on 16-unit apartment building at 37 Hartford Avenue
The commission will hold public hearings on two development projects: a single-family home at 199 Broad Hill Road and a 16-unit apartment building at 37 Hartford Avenue. They will also consider several permit requests, including an 8-lot subdivision at 63 Harmony Hill Road and a gazebo at 215 Salmon Brook Street…
Commission to review 20+ wetland permits including 94-unit Hopp Brook project
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will review and discuss numerous pending permit applications for residential and commercial developments. Key items include a 94-unit project at Hopp Brook and several lot-specific permits. The meeting also covers approval of previous minutes, public comment, and…
Agency reviews wetlands permit applications for residential and commercial sites
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency will consider several permit applications for construction within Upland Review Areas. The body will also review enforcement reports regarding property violations.
Lake Chaffee draw down and DPW discussion on agenda
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will discuss the Lake Chaffee draw down, a draft DPW discussion for 2026-2027, and potential changes to IWW regulation fees. The commission will also consider an approval for sand replenishment at 21 Lakeside Drive and review several property-specific wetland questions…
Commission to vote on mixed-use building and several wetland permits
The Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission will hold a videoconference meeting to decide on multiple permit applications for developments within regulated wetland areas. Key items include a new mixed-use building on White Plains Road, a single-family residence on Pinewood Trail, and a deck addition on Whitney…
Public hearing on wetland map amendment at 39 Cedar Ledge Road
The Town Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with two public hearings: a map amendment to the official Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Map at 39 Cedar Ledge Road, and a continued permit application for unpermitted shed and fence relocation at 26 Wiltshire Lane, which may be continued again to…
Commission to decide on pool application at 17 North Gate Drive
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will discuss and possibly decide on an application for a 16' x 32' inground pool at 17 North Gate Drive. Other agenda items include approving previous meeting minutes, complaints and enforcement actions, and general correspondence.
Fire station building committee to discuss change orders and construction schedule
The Oswegatchie Fire Station Building Committee is reviewing and approving June meeting minutes, addressing invoice payments, and discussing the status of a building permit. Key topics include a change order process deferred pending the return of Steve Smith and updates on the construction schedule.
Commission to review dock restoration permit for 54 Shore Road
The Harbor Management Commission will review a state permit for dock restoration at 54 Shore Road. They will also discuss a meeting with Three Belles about 'Save the River, Save the Hills.' Updates on mooring applications and the amended Harbor Management Plan are on the agenda.
Site walk for Preservation Bridge reconstruction and other permits
The Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission will conduct a site walk to inspect four permit applications. They will view two bridge reconstruction projects on Wolfneck Road, a new single-family residence on Pequotsepos Road Ext, and a barn construction on Farmholme Road. This is a fact-finding visit, not a final…
Tree Committee discusses new planting sites and removal permits
The Tree Ad Hoc Committee will receive updates on recent and planned tree plantings, discuss potential new planting locations including the bocce ball court and Park Avenue, and review tree removal permits from Hartford and Bridgeport.
Board to hear Housing Task Force affordable housing findings
The Board of Selectmen will receive presentations on the Housing Task Force Report for affordable housing and the Conservation Commission's Open Space Plan. They will also discuss calling a Special Town Meeting, releasing an encroachment permit bond at 68 Hartford Avenue, and making appointments to committees.