Planning, zoning, land use, and the physical transformation of Farmington — one hearing at a time.
Every subdivision, apartment complex, commercial development, and historic preservation fight in Farmington passes through a public hearing. The Farmington Mercury attends those hearings, reads the applications, and reports on the decisions that will shape this town for the next generation. Development is not just a real estate story — it's a story about who Farmington is choosing to become.
What We Cover
| Section | Focus |
|---|---|
| Planning & Zoning Commission | Applications, hearings, approvals, denials, and appeals |
| Inland Wetlands Agency | Environmental review of development proposals |
| Historic District Commission | Preservation reviews, COA decisions, demolition permits |
| Affordable Housing | 8-30g applications, set-asides, and the politics of density |
| Infrastructure | Roads, utilities, sidewalks, and capital improvement projects |
| Commercial Real Estate | Major lease activity, business park developments, retail changes |
How to Follow a Development Case
- Check the Planning & Zoning agenda at farmington-ct.org — posted 5 days before each meeting
- Review the application documents at Town Hall or online (varies by case)
- Attend the public hearing — residents can speak on record
- Read our coverage — we summarize what happened and what it means
Key Contacts
- Planning & Zoning Department: (860) 675-2370
- Building & Zoning Enforcement: (860) 675-2370
- Inland Wetlands Agency: Same department, separate docket