Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission was re-established within the City of Torrington by action from the City Council in November 2005. The first official meeting was held with all members in January 2006. The purpose of the Conservation Commission is to advise the Planning and Zoning Commission on the cultural and natural aspects of the City's environment. The Committee reviews projects for matters pertaining to planning and design as they relate to the property location near other protected open space land, appropriateness for acquiring open space, and identify natural or cultural features on the land that should be preserved or protected. The Commission reviews and makes written recommendations on all subdivision plans (greater than 4 lots).

The Conservation Commission also is responsible for maintaining the Open Space Inventory for the Planning & Zoning Commission and assists in updating the Plan of Conservation & Developments Open Space section.

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Staff Contacts

NameTitle

Assistant City Planner

Commission Members

NameTitle

Chair

Dan McGuinness

Vice-Chair

Erin Stelma

Secretary

Michael Kaneb

Member

Karen Svetz

Member

Member

George Craig

Member