Planning and Economic Development Department

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The Planning Department's mission is to work in partnership with residents, Town departments and the private sector to build, sustain and manage a high quality of life in Manchester.

The department provides policy analysis, administrative support, project management, and technical expertise to public and private groups and individuals.

  

Development Regulations & Applications

 

Disclaimer: Multiple departments are involved in the application process and will need to be coordinated with accordingly. See “Key Contacts” below for additional contact information.

Economic Development

Community Development & Housing

Comprehensive & Long-Term Planning

Data, Reports, & Maps

Key Contacts

Effective August 5th, 2024, office hours for multiple departments will change. Please verify the updated hours or make an appointment before visiting to avoid any inconvenience.

 

Planning & Economic Development Department 

Phone: 860-647-3044 

 

Building Department 

Phone: 860-647-3052 

Services: 

  • Zoning Enforcement: Contact Zoning Enforcement Officer Jim Davis at jdavis@manchesterct.gov or (860) 647-3057. 
  • Building Permit Fees 
  • Building Inspections 
  • CT Building Codes 

 

Engineering  

Phone: 860-647-3152 

Address: 494 Main Street, Manchester, CT 06040 

Services:  

  • Geographic Information System (GIS) 
  •  Maps & Records 
  • Right of Way Permitting  
  •  Public Utilities 

 

Purchasing Department 

Phone: 860-647-3031 

Services: 

  • Active Bids & Results 
  •  Request for Proposals 

 

Fire Marshal’s Division 

Phone: 860-647-3267 

Services:  

  • Permits & Inspections 

 

Health Department 

Phone: 860-647-3173 

Email: healthdept@manchesterct.gov 

Services:  

  • Permits & Inspections 
  •  Soil Testing for Septic Systems 

 

Department Staff 

Gary Anderson, AICP
Director of Planning and Economic Development
860-647-3044

Megan Pilla, PLA, ASLA, AICP
Principal Development Planner
860-647-3288

Heather Guerette
Community Development Program Manager
860-647-3106

David Laiuppa
Environmental Planner/ Wetlands Agent
860-647-3046

Emma Petersen
Principal Comprehensive Planner
860-647-3042

Katie Williford
Administrative Secretary
860-647-3048

AnneMarie Boyle
Senior Account Associate
860-647-3044

Individual members of the Department staff are often out of the office attending meetings, working remotely or conducting field visits.  To ensure the person you wish to speak with is available, it is helpful to call ahead before visiting our office.  Virtual meetings can also be scheduled if desired.

 

Contact Us

Phone

860-647-3044

Location

Lincoln Center, 2nd Floor
494 Main Street, PO Box 191
Manchester, CT
06045-0191
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Hours

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Tuesday
    • 08:00 AM–07:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Thursday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Friday
    • 08:00 AM–01:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

If you wish to drop off materials for the Planning Department without entering the building, a secure drop box is available outside Lincoln Center at 494 Main Street, on the Center Street side of the building. Please clearly label materials “Planning Department” and contact us at 860-647-3044 after dropping something off, so we can retrieve it promptly.

New Hours of Operation Beginning August 5

Please be aware of our newly adjusted hours of operation(PDF, 124KB) beginning August 5th, 2024.

Share your thoughts on these new hours of operation by taking this brief Satisfaction Survey.

 

Quick Links

Zoning Regulations
Zoning Map(PDF, 18MB)
Zoning Enforcement
Online Application System
Agendas & Minutes
Housing Rehab Program
Emergency Replacement Program
Frequently Asked Questions
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