Planning & Zoning 07/21/2026

The Town of Southington Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on July 21, 2026, primarily focused on zoning changes, subdivision applications, and site plan modifications related to residential development projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the petition by Lovely Development, Inc. to change zoning from R2025 to an age-restricted zone (Arch Z) for a 3.39-acre property at 310 Buckland Street, proposing senior housing with workforce housing components. The commission also reviewed a two-lot subdivision application at 152 Williamsburg Drive and modifications to a special permit and site plan for an additional unit at 207 Lazy Lane. The commission approved the zoning change for the Arch Z district, the adoption of the 2026 Plan of Conservation and Development, and the subdivision application was tabled for further information. Additionally, the commission approved the special permit and site plan modifications for the additional unit at Lazy Lane. Public comments raised concerns about environmental impacts, traffic, and neighborhood character. The meeting concluded with approval of erosion and sedimentation bond releases and administrative items including meeting minutes.