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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION APPLICATIONS
Coastal Site Plan Application
If a parcel is located within the coastal area as defined by the State of Connecticut, a Coastal Site Plan Application must be submitted simultaneously with any land use application, unless exempt pursuant to Section 17.4 of the Zoning Regulations. If work is proposed within the tidal wetland, an application is to be submitted to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, Long Island Sound Program rather than the Town.
The Town Planner will assist, if necessary, in preparing the application as they can be a little difficult, if unfamiliar with the Coastal Area program.
Coastal Site Plan applications are required by Section 22 a-105 of the Connecticut General Statutes for any application that is submitted with its parcel within the designated Coastal Area. Maps of the coastal area are available in the Planning and Zoning Office, or by clicking: Coastal Area Map (PDF).There are exemptions from Coastal Site Plan applications listed in Section 17.4 of the Zoning Regulations.
Coastal Site Plan Application (PDF)
Thames River District
Any development along the Thames River needs to follow specific guidelines and be thoroughly vetted and reviewed by Town staff, the Planning and Zoning Commission, as well as the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission.
Development Guide for Thames River District (June 2025)
Thames River District Design Guidelines 2025
Administrative Review Application 2025
Thames River Overlay Development District Application 2025
Site Plan Application
A Site Plan Application is required for all buildings and uses other than single-family detached dwellings, agricultural buildings (except Specialized Agricultural Buildings as defined in Section 2 of the Zoning Regulations), additions, minor accessory buildings on residential lots as determined by the ZEO, and minor additions to commercial/industrial development as defined in Section 19.10 of the Zoning Regulations.
Site Plan Exception Application (PDF)
Special Exception Application
Special Exceptions are those uses permitted provided special conditions of the Zoning Regulations as outlined in Section 18 or other specific sections of the Regulations are met. They are generally accompanied by a Site Plan Application (described above).
General Special Exception Application (PDF)
Gravel Special Exception Application PDF)
Campground Special Exception Application (PDF)
Gas, Fuel, Service, Repair Station Special Exception Application (PDF)
Re-subdivision / Subdivision Application
After the adoption of the Subdivision Regulations in May 1962, any subdivision of a land into three or more parts must be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission for review and approval.
Re-Subdivision/ Subdivision Application (PDF)
Zoning or Subdivision Regulation Change / Map Change Application
The Zoning and Subdivision Text Amendment Application and the Zoning Map Amendment Application are submitted with their respective Amendment to the Regulations or to the Map. The Map Amendments must be prepared by a land surveyor (unless otherwise accepted by the Commission).
Zoning and Subdivision Text Amendment Application (PDF)
Excavation of Deposit & Fill Application - Renewal Only
This permit is issued only after it is determined when the activities are completed that the detrimental effects of the activity are minimal to the future usefulness of the premises is assured. Permits for excavation and/or fill shall be issued for a period of four (4) years. See Section 18.9 and Section 18.9.1 of the Zoning Regulations
Renewal Excavation Application (PDF)
General Zoning Permit Application
Home Occupation Application
Low-impact, low-volume activities conducted for financial gain shall be permitted in residential districts by approval of the Commission, provided they meet the requirements of this Section 16.8.
Home Occupation Application 2025 (PDF)
Accessory Apartment Application
The purpose of these provisions is to permit the use of a set of rooms in an existing or new single-family dwelling to be used as a separate living unit to: provide independent living arrangements for in-laws, or other families that allow privacy; provide homeowners with a means of obtaining rental income; provide housing units for moderate-income individuals; and provide housing units for small households.
Accessory Apartment Application 2025 (PDF)
Short Term Rental Application
Zoning Permit Application which needs the Planning and Zoning Commission's Approval: Section 16 of the Zoning Regulations, 16.19 Short-term Rental Requirements.
Short Term Rental Application (PDF)
INLAND WETLANDS AND WATERCOURSES COMMISSION APPLICATIONS
General IW Application
This is for any construction, work, or disturbance of land within 100 feet of any wetland and watercourse areas.
Inland Wetlands and Watercourses General Application
Inland Wetlands and Watercourses - Subdivision Application
Any new subdivision needs an approval of the Inland Wetlands and Watercourse Commission.
Inland Wetlands and Watercourses - Subdivision Application
As of Right/Nonregulated Use Operation Form
As of Right/Nonregulated Use Operation Form
Timber Harvest Application
Notification of Timber Harvest Form
ZONING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER APPLICATIONS
Zoning Permit - ZEO
Zoning Permit - ZEO Application 2025 (PDF)
Campground Renewal Permit - Annual March Renewal
Campground Renewal Permit 2025
Home Occupation Permit - Annual Renewal in August
Home Occupation Renewal Permit 2025 (PDF)
Short-Term Rental Permit Annual Renewal in August
Short -Term Rental Renewal Permit 2025 (PDF)
Yard Sale Permit
Section 13.12.5: Garage, yard and cellar sales not to exceed two consecutive days shall be permitted twice in any one calendar year on any one piece of property. A permit must be procured for each sale from the Zoning Agent for a fee of $2.