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Commission adopts standard zoning enforcement procedures; staff reports 78 open enforcement cases
Summary
The Planning and Zoning Commission adopted a standard zoning enforcement policy that codifies notice, citation and review steps. Staff reported 78 open enforcement cases (4 new since November), outlined several active cases including Dos Amigos and a wetlands/grading dispute at 516 Mountain Road, and discussed fines and possible court action.
Torrington — The Planning and Zoning Commission voted Dec. 17 to adopt a standard zoning enforcement policy and procedures that formalize steps from initial warning letters through cease-and-desist orders, citations and court action.
Zoning enforcement staff (Nate) said the written policy provides templates and a procedural framework the office has long followed in practice. He explained the policy clarifies when the office may skip initial warning steps for repeat or egregious violations, specifies when certified mail will…
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