City of Groton Planning and Zoning Commission - 6/16/26

The City of Groton Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on June 16, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on the potential sale of four city-owned vacant lots located on Central Boulevard and Zero Island Avenue. The commission reviewed the properties, which are jointly owned by the city and town, and discussed the statutory process under Connecticut General Statutes 8-24 requiring a referral and advisory report before sale. The commission considered environmental constraints, zoning implications, and the potential for housing development on these small parcels. A unanimous favorable recommendation was made to proceed with the 8-24 referral, allowing the city and town councils to further deliberate on the sale and public hearing process. Additionally, the commission reviewed zoning regulation amendments related to multifamily housing density, parking requirements, and transit community middle housing provisions, aiming to align local regulations with recent state housing legislation. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session to discuss ongoing litigation related to zoning regulations.