Planning commission approves Jersey Mike's at Airport Plaza with conditions

The Danbury Planning Commission on June 17 approved a revised special exception and site plan allowing a 1,200‑square‑foot Jersey Mike's at Airport Plaza, 20 to 28 Bacchus Avenue. The approval, taken by voice vote, included specific conditions staff recommended to limit impacts from the fast‑food use.

Deputy Planning Director Jennifer Grama summarized the resolution dated June 10, 2026, and described the application as a change in use that requires a special exception. "The fast food restaurant is a special exception use," Grama said, noting the plan calls for a 1,200 square foot tenant space identified as Jersey Mike's and that the resolution includes standard conditions.

Key conditions in the approved resolution require the applicant to file grant documents on the land records, cap interior seating at 10, and obtain a final review by the airport administrator. Grama said the airport administrator should "take one last look, make sure there's no increase" in seating or façade changes given the property's close proximity to the airport.

Commission member Helen moved to approve the application "with the conditions specified in the resolution document," the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. The chair announced, "This resolution of approval with conditions is approved." The record does not list individual roll‑call votes; the approval was recorded as a voice vote.

Why it matters: the decision allows a new fast‑food tenant in Airport Plaza under conditions intended to limit on‑site seating and verify that the final configuration does not raise airport compatibility concerns. The referral and approval will appear in the city land records and be subject to the conditions noted above.

Next steps: The applicant must satisfy the listed conditions (recording and agency sign‑offs) before final permits or occupancy are issued.