City of Groton Committee of the Whole and Special Mayor and Council - 10/26/26

The City of Groton Committee of the Whole and Special Mayor and Council met on October 26, 2026. Southeastern Connecticut Council of Governments staff presented an informational update on the state’s PA 25-1 housing requirements, including the requirement for municipalities to adopt housing growth plans by July 2028 and the option to participate in a regional plan. The presentation reviewed local housing and affordability data and outlined proposed zoning changes, including allowing middle housing in commercial and mixed-use zones, plus stormwater review requirements. No housing contracts or spending decisions were made. The discussion also covered potential state incentives for planning and implementation; the transcript records no related funding vote.