Inland Wetlands Agency (Regular Meeting) - 5/6/2026

The Inland Wetlands Agency of the Town of Fairfield held a regular meeting on May 6, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and discussing multiple applications related to regulated activities within wetlands and conservation areas. Key procurement-related discussions included the review of construction and renovation projects such as the renovation of the upper Blair playing field at Fairfield Country Day School, and the construction of a commercial garage at 154 John Street. The agency considered staff recommendations, engineering comments, and public input, with motions made to approve projects with conditions and to schedule sitewalks and public hearings for upcoming applications. A significant topic was the request for a fee waiver of $12,500 for the commercial garage application, with staff recommending a reduced waiver of $5,000. The meeting also addressed legal enforcement actions involving violations of wetlands regulations, with updates on corrective actions and bond releases for completed restoration work. Discussions highlighted the importance of complete applications, conservation easement language clarity, and ongoing monitoring of stormwater management and environmental impacts. The agency voted to approve partial bond releases and to schedule future sitewalks and hearings, emphasizing compliance with wetland protection standards and regulatory requirements.