Toll Brothers has opened a six-story, 393-unit apartment building in Norwalk, marking a significant addition to the area's housing stock. The new residential development addresses growing demand for multi-family housing in Fairfield County.
Local officials and community members have criticized the deteriorated condition of the historic Camp House property, with city leaders promising revitalization efforts. The discussion centers on ordinance requirements and redevelopment plans for the Chapel Street property.
Connecticut's Build for CT initiative is driving new construction projects targeting middle-income housing development. The program aims to address the state's housing affordability crisis by supporting residential projects that serve moderate-income families.
Connecticut enacts comprehensive climate legislation establishing new environmental standards and sustainability requirements that will impact construction practices, building codes, and development projects across the state. Source: nature.org
Stamford's Pacific House receives state funding for affordable housing development, supporting the organization's mission to provide shelter and transitional housing services for homeless and at-risk individuals in Fairfield County. Source: patch.com
Governor Ned Lamont condemns the EPA's termination of the Solar for All grant program, stating that thousands of Connecticut households will lose access to financial assistance needed for clean, affordable solar energy after the state's $62.45 million grant was immediately terminated by the Trump administration. Source: portal.ct.gov
Connecticut solar installation companies experience unprecedented demand as federal tax credits approach expiration, driving homeowners and businesses to accelerate solar projects before incentives are reduced or eliminated. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
United Illuminating builds floodwalls designed to protect coastal substation infrastructure and prevent major storm damage that leads to power outages, following the $55 million Congress Street Flood Wall investment in downtown Bridgeport to protect against storm surge and sea level rise. Source: ctmirror.org
A 60-student private school considers relocating to downtown Hartford, potentially helping address the city's office vacancy challenges while providing educational opportunities in the urban core. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
Hartford Public Library enters phase two of major renovations following flood damage repairs, adding an adult education center for immigrants, new event spaces for community programs, and technology training facilities with completion expected in early 2026. Source: fox61.com