Enfield, CT - Planning & Zoning Commission - May 28, 2026

The Enfield, CT Planning & Zoning Commission held a meeting on May 28, 2026, primarily discussing a zoning application related to the use of temporary storage containers at a business property. The applicant requested approval to keep two storage containers on site for up to two years while planning to build a new dealership facility. Staff raised concerns about the containers not meeting setback and screening requirements per zoning regulations. The commission debated options including relocating the containers, screening requirements, and potential loss of parking spaces if moved. Ultimately, the commission voted unanimously to table the application for two weeks to allow the applicant to explore alternative compliant site plans or leasing adjacent property to meet setback requirements. Additionally, the commission discussed proposed text amendments to the Lake Overlay District regulations, focusing on definitions and setback flexibility, with general support for maintaining a "block face" provision and removing an outdated date reference. No final votes were taken on the text amendments during this meeting.