Boards & Commissions

Blueprint Committee

Board of Assessment Appeal

The Board of Assessment hears appeals from decisions of the Assessor. It is empowered to change assessments in order to correct any inequities it may discover.

Board of Education

Learn more about the Board of Education for North Branford Public Schools.

Board of Fire Commissioners

View a member listing and meeting materials for the North Branford Board of Fire Commissioners.

Board of Police Commissioners

The Board of Police Commissioners shall have general management and supervision of the Police Department of the town and of the property and equipment used in connection therewith and shall make all needful regulations for the government thereof not contrary to state or local law and may prescribe suitable penalties for the violation of any such regulation.

Conservation & Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Agency

The Wetlands Agency protects wetlands and watercourses and may issue permits for regulated activities in areas designated as wetlands and watercourses. The Conservation Commission is responsible for updating the open space plan, maintaining records of all open space inventory and promoting conservation related program.

Economic Development Commission

The North Branford Economic Development Commissions strives to provide a climate for business to start, operate and grow while always keeping in mind the character of the town by working through programs, advising on policies and partnering with other agencies to promote business expansion, retention and attractions.

Hazardous Waste & Recycling Committee

The purpose of North Branford's Solid/Hazardous Waste and Recycling Committee is to develop and implement environmentally sound solutions and best practices for solid waste disposal and recycling management on behalf of our town.

Library Board

The Library Board serves in an advisory capacity to the Town Manager in the appointment of the Library Director and performs other functions on behalf of the Library Department.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission has control and jurisdiction over all parks, playgrounds and recreational centers and areas and other places which have previously, or may in the future, be dedicated to the purpose of parks or public recreation in the Town of North Branford excepting, therefrom, all buildings, lands, apparatus and other property used for school purposes, pursuant to Sections 10-220 and 10-240 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Permanent Project Building Committee

Selected Town construction projects are entrusted to the Permanent Project Building Committee by Town Council to provide construction oversight, monitor project costs and insure that quality facilities are built for Town agencies and public service.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission adopts and updates a Plan of Development, Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations. Other responsibilities include the review and approval of commercial and industrial site plans, re-subdivision/subdivision developments, zoning map and text amendments, and recommendations on various referrals.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals hears appeals from decisions of the Zoning Enforcement Officer, and considers applications for variances of zoning regulations, and location of motor vehicle licenses.