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Resident told home-occupation vehicle repair likely barred under current code

West Haven City Council · February 20, 2025
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Summary

A West Haven resident seeking to run motor vehicle work from his property was told the city’s home-occupation code requires a one-acre lot for such uses; staff said an application can be filed but would likely be denied and appealed if desired.

Thomas Anderson, a West Haven resident, asked the council during public comment about next steps for a proposed business and whether he could obtain a business license to do vehicle repair from his property.

"I'd like to ... be a good citizen of West Haven and see what I can do to make this work," Anderson said.

City staff and council members explained the planning commission had…

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