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Torrington council adopts code changes, approves salary increases and several contracts
Summary
At its Oct. 6 meeting the Torrington Board of Councilmen adopted revisions to the city code covering building construction and zoning fines, approved salary increases for three elected positions, and authorized a series of capital and contract items including a lease referral and blight‑cleanout contract.
The Torrington Board of Councilmen on Oct. 6 adopted amendments to building and zoning ordinances, approved salary adjustments for three elected positions and approved a variety of capital and contract items ranging from building repairs to equipment purchases.
The council unanimously adopted a fully revised Chapter 85 (building construction, alteration, renovation and demolition) and approved related fee and citation changes in Chapter 114 (zoning and inland wetlands) after ordinance‑committee review. The mayor opened each roll call and the council recorded unanimous votes for the three related code amendments.
Why it matters: the ordinance revisions set the updated permitting and citation framework for construction and wetlands enforcement in Torrington; fee changes affect permit costs and citation procedures for residents and contractors. The salary votes alter compensation for three elected offices and will affect FY2026 budgeting.
Votes at a glance
- Code revisions — Chapter 85 (building code): motion to adopt revised ordinance; mover: Councilwoman Rouette;…
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