Zoning & Code Enforcement
Guidance for land use, construction, property improvements, inspections, zoning questions and applications within the unincorporated areas of the Town of Milford.
Start with the Zoning Officer before beginning work
The Zoning and Code Enforcement Office helps residents, property owners, contractors and businesses understand the Town’s land-use requirements and applicable building and safety rules. Early contact can prevent delays, redesign costs and enforcement issues.
Depending on the project, review may involve zoning compliance, site plans, subdivisions, variances, special approvals, building-code requirements, inspections or coordination with another agency.
Projects that may require review
This list is general guidance only. Requirements depend on the property, zoning district, scope of work and applicable local or state regulations.
New Construction
Homes, commercial buildings, accessory structures and other new development.
Additions & Alterations
Building additions, structural changes, conversions and changes in use or occupancy.
Garages, Sheds & Decks
Accessory buildings and exterior improvements that may be subject to setbacks or permits.
Signs & Business Uses
New signs, home occupations, commercial activity and changes to an existing business use.
Property Division
Lot splits, subdivisions, boundary changes and site-plan matters that may require Planning Board review.
Zoning Relief
Area or use variances and interpretations that may require action by the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Plan before you build or change a use
Describe the project
Prepare the property address, tax-map parcel, project description and intended use.
Confirm requirements
Ask which zoning, permit, plan, inspection or board approvals may be necessary.
Submit complete materials
Provide the required application, drawings, site information and supporting documents.
Wait for authorization
Do not begin regulated work until required approvals or permits have been issued.
Town zoning versus Village zoning
Town of Milford
The Town zoning office generally serves properties in the unincorporated portions of the Town, including hamlets and rural areas outside the incorporated Village boundaries.
View Town DepartmentsVillage of Milford
Properties located inside the incorporated Village of Milford are served by the Village’s separate municipal government and should use Village zoning, public works and administrative contacts.
Visit the Village WebsitePlanning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals
Planning Board
The Planning Board may review matters such as site plans, subdivisions and other applications assigned under Town regulations.
Meetings: First Monday of each month at 7:00 PM.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The ZBA hears eligible requests for zoning interpretations and variances when relief from specific zoning requirements is sought.
Meetings: Fourth Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM, as needed.
Official zoning resources
Forms & Applications
Find available Town applications and downloadable municipal forms.
Open forms and applications →Laws & Ordinances
Review the Town’s published zoning regulations, local laws and related policies.
View laws and ordinances →Planning & Zoning Records
Access available agendas and approved minutes for the Town’s land-use boards.
View agendas and minutes →Town Zoning Ordinance
Read the Town’s published zoning-plan information for the unincorporated area.
Open zoning ordinance page →Town Events Calendar
Check scheduled public meetings and other municipal events.
View the calendar →General Contact
Reach the Town Clerk or another municipal department for routing assistance.
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