Introduction to the Plan
The Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD or the Plan) is the City’s guide for managing growth and conserving resources. The City’s Planning Commission is responsible for updating the Plan every ten years as mandated by the State. The Plan addresses multiple issues related to stewardship of the City and provides a foundation for City policy, capital investment, and its zoning regulations. Danbury last undertook this process ten years ago culminating in the 2013 POCD. This effort will provide an updated Plan that will address important issues related to Danbury’s growth and will provide a vision for its future.
Upcoming Events
Plan Elements
Housing
Economic Development
Open Space and Environmental Resources
Historic and Cultural Resources
Transportation and Infrastructure
Facilities and Services
Sustainability
Regional Context
Project Schedule
Winter 2021
Project launch and existing conditions research, initial meetings with Oversight Committee.
Spring 2021
Review of socioeconomic and demographic trends, explore neighborhood and transportation issues and needs.
Summer 2021
Explore land use and zoning, housing and development, and infrastructure issues and needs.
Fall 2021
Launch public engagement campaign including online survey and in-person or virtual public meetings and workshops. Explore open space, environmental, historic, and cultural resources.
Winter 2022
Begin development of Plan recommendations, prepare drafts of Plan.
Spring 2022
Prepare draft Plan for public review, conduct presentations of the Plan.
Summer 2022
Develop plan document and future land use plan
Fall 2022
Bring the Plan to public hearing for approval
Planning Team
City of Danbury Department of Planning and Zoning
Sharon Calitro | Director & Jennifer Emminger | Deputy Planning Director
Planning Consultants
FHI Studio(lead planning firm), LUMI Agency (branding and communications), RKG (housing and economics), and CH Planning (transit oriented development and redevelopment).