Category: City Planning
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Waterbury Faces Water Rate Increase Amid Downtown Growth and Infrastructure Demands
As Waterbury proposes a major water rate increase tied to $32 million in infrastructure upgrades, questions are emerging about how downtown redevelopment, apartment conversions, and rising density may impact long-term system demand and public costs.
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Waterbury Board of Aldermen Approved M4 Investment Group, But Deed Shows Different Buyers in Exchange Courtyard Sale
A Waterbury downtown redevelopment deal is raising questions after the Board of Aldermen approved the sale of Exchange Courtyard to M4 Investment Group, but the final deed lists KAPY Investments LLC and ODA LLC as the owners.
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Are New York Developers Getting the Green Light in Waterbury When It Comes to Permits?
As downtown redevelopment accelerates in Waterbury, questions are emerging about whether out-of-state developers are being fast-tracked through approvals while residents face rising infrastructure costs, parking concerns, and proposed water rate increases.
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Waterbury’s “AA” Rating Explained: What It Means for Your Taxes, Your City, and Its Future
Waterbury’s AA bond rating has been affirmed with a stable outlook—but what does that actually mean for taxpayers, city services, and the future? Here’s a clear breakdown for residents and leaders.
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The 20-Degree Divide on American Streets; More Shade for Waterbury
On the hottest summer days in Waterbury, the difference between a shaded block and an unshaded one can reach nearly 20 degrees. That gap is more than uncomfortable — it reveals how uneven tree coverage shapes public health, safety, and daily life. Expanding tree canopy downtown is not just an environmental goal; it’s a practical,…
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Waterbury Board of Aldermen to Receive Mayor’s 2026–2027 Budget Proposal April 1st
Waterbury Board of Aldermen to receive Mayor’s 2026–2027 budget proposal April 1. Learn how to watch and what’s at stake.
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City Planning Commission Public Hearing Tonight on Waterbury’s 10-Year City Development Plan
The Waterbury Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing tonight at 5:30 PM at Waterbury City Hall to discuss the city’s proposed 10-Year Plan of Conservation and Development for the downtown area. Residents are encouraged to attend and provide public comment.
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Waterbury Begins Drafting 2026–2036 Plan of Conservation and Development, Public Hearing Set for March
Waterbury officials are drafting the city’s 2026–2036 Plan of Conservation and Development. Learn what’s included, why it matters, and how residents can review the proposal before the March public hearing
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End of an Era: 130-Year-Old Queen Anne Mansion Torn Down in Waterbury
A rare 1895 Queen Anne mansion at Johnson and Willow Streets in Waterbury was demolished after years of abandonment, marking another loss of historic architecture in the city.
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Waterbury’s Bank Street Improvements: Photo Gallery Shows Rapid Progress in Downtown Waterbury
A new photo gallery shows major progress on Bank Street in Downtown Waterbury, following last week’s paving advisory. See before-and-after visuals and ongoing updates as the streetscape improvement project continues.
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