HB 5002—a sweeping state zoning takeover—now sits on the Governor’s desk. Only his veto can stop this unprecedented power grab that strips towns of their ability to plan and govern their own communities.
Here’s what’s at stake:
đźš« Eliminates local parking rules:
Towns would lose the ability to require off-street parking for most new developments—even on already overcrowded streets.
🏙️ Mandates dense housing near transit:
HB 5002 forces towns to allow high-density, multifamily housing "as-of-right" in commercial zones near transit stations—overriding local zoning and community input.
đź“Š Imposes state housing quotas:
Unelected bureaucrats would assign mandatory “Fair Share” housing targets to every town, regardless of infrastructure, public safety, or resident concerns.
This isn’t thoughtful housing policy. It’s a top-down mandate that sacrifices local control, public safety, and smart planning.
The Governor is the last line of defense. He must stand with Connecticut towns and veto HB 5002.