Town Plan and Zoning (Regular Meeting) - 9/8/2026

The Fairfield Plan and Zoning Commission held a regular meeting on September 8, 2026, addressing multiple zoning and planning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of coastal site plan applications for residential and accessory structures in flood zones, with conditions to ensure compliance with environmental and flood protection regulations. The commission also reviewed a special permit and zoning regulation amendment for a mixed-use commercial development by Still Rock LLC, approving the special permit with some dissent due to concerns about traffic, parking, and stormwater management. Additionally, the commission considered a town project to upgrade the sewer pump station at 1610 Fairfield Beach Road, discussing design, flood resilience, funding, and construction timelines; the project is anticipated to be state-funded and is currently under appeal in court. Public comments raised concerns about project aesthetics, funding transparency, and environmental impacts. The commission held a public hearing on a zoning regulation amendment to prohibit new smoke shops, vape shops, and tobacco stores, aiming to replace an expiring moratorium and address public safety issues. The meeting included motions to postpone certain items and plans for future public input on draft bylaws for the commission. Overall, the meeting focused on land use approvals, infrastructure upgrades, and regulatory changes with implications for future procurement and development activities in Fairfield.