Planning & Zoning Commission 04-22-2026

The City of Norwalk, Connecticut Planning & Zoning Commission held a meeting on April 22, 2026, addressing several procurement and development-related matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a $4 million city-funded renovation and expansion project for the Westport Avenue Fire Station, aimed at improving facilities and firefighter accommodations. The commission also approved utility easements to Eversource for electrical infrastructure upgrades at local schools, supporting HVAC and air conditioning projects with state grant funding. Additionally, the commission authorized a peer review for exterior modifications at 216 East Avenue and granted after-the-fact approval for a shoreline flood and erosion control structure at 97 Rowian Avenue. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to a public hearing on a special permit amendment request by St. George Greek Orthodox Church to allow rental of its community space for non-member events, which generated extensive public comment and was continued for further consideration. The commission also approved zoning regulation amendments related to design guidelines and fee schedules, and discussed pending state legislation on commercial vacancy taxes. Motions to approve, continue, or authorize various items were passed, reflecting active oversight of capital improvement projects, utility easements, and zoning policies affecting future procurement and development activities.