Community Development

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• City Seeks Better Understanding of Brownfields, Market, With New Study

  The city of Torrington is working to turn brownfield sites, which are common in the city and can decrease surrounding property values, into economic boons, using a new brownfield-area revitalization study.

• Mohegan, Leaders Call Hospital Project a Joint Commitment

  Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced Tuesday that an additional $10 million is on the agenda of the State Bond Commission for clean-up efforts to support the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority’s non-casino resort development concept at the former Norwich Hospital property in Preston.

• Former New Haven Clock Company Site Could Get New Life as Housing Space

  The state Department of Economic and Community Development plans to award an Oregon company that specializes in restoring historic buildings a $4 million loan to help with brownfield cleanup at the former New Haven Clock Company on Hamilton Street.

• About the Office of Brownfield Remediation & Development

  Information on funding and links to resources from The Office of Brownfield Remediation and Development (OBRD).

• Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP)

  Learn about STEAP fund usage, eligibility, find an application and view success stories.

• Enterprise Zones

  Find incentives for eligible businesses to relocate and/or expand projects within a targeted investment community.

• Contract and Project Assistance

  Access engineering and construction support services for programs administered by the Office of Capital Projects and other DECD offices.

• OBRD Funding Process

  Find links to presentations from the 2016 Brownfield Client Workshop.

• Downtown Revitalization

  Find out about programs and services available to assist in the revitalizations of Connecticut’s vital downtown business districts.

• Dry Cleaning Remediation Fund

  Find out about grants available to address the unique concerns regarding pollution by dry cleaning establishments.

• BAR Planning Grants

  Learn more about grants available for the remediation and redevelopment of neighborhoods, districts, downtowns and other areas with multiple brownfields.

• Municipal Development

  Find programs to assist in building strong town centers, revitalizing downtowns, providing infrastructure, and strengthening communities.

• Project Compliance

  Find bidding, contracting, and construction guidelines for professional services and project planning.

• Latest Funding Round Announcements

  Find the latest round of funding announcements here.

• An Overview on the Opportunity Zone Program

  Find incentives for eligible businesses to relocate and/or expand projects within a designated distressed community.