zoning

The state House of Representatives passed a bill that would make changes to how cities and towns can put certain restrictions on residential zoning.

Connecticut’s zoning laws have remained essentially unchanged for a century. Many lawmakers say change is long overdue. A controversial bill that would allow for more affordable housing options cleared a major hurdle this week. “Now is the time for us to empower the communities of Connecticut to plan for our future, to expand economic development opportunities to diversify the...