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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Animal Control Office
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Our shelter is very close to a no-kill shelter. The only time we must take an animal to be humanely euthanized is if the animal is terminally ill, is severely injured, or determined to be too aggressive for adoption. We have placed an 18-year old blind and deaf dog into a great home! We have placed so many more animals with difficult circumstances. |
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Our townspeople are very generous and bring donations to our kennel on occasion. We need towels, blankets, toys for cats and dogs, and treats. Advantix for dogs and Frontline for cats is always welcome! If you are stuck for an idea, a gift card to a local pet store or Walmart is a great idea so we can shop for what we need at the time. We also have residents who donate money to the veterinarian we use so that we can get the medications the animals need and non-emergency medical care that we normally couldn’t afford. |
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We do...but we can’t take volunteers. To explain, because of liability we cannot often use volunteers inside the kennel, but occasionally we have projects that we need help with and can use volunteer help. Currently we need people who know how to put up fencing. We have the materials. Now we need the man/woman power to put it up. We want to build a fenced in grassy area for the dogs to play in and for prospective adopters to have fun in together. We also have a gas grill to be put together. It is for fundraiser events that we host here at the kennel, or when we have an open house. |
Building Department
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1. A site plan of your property showing the location of all existing buildings/structures on your property and the location of the proposed building/structure with the size and distances to all property lines. (The distance to the front property line shall be to the center of the road or street). 2. Construction documents shall show sufficient information to determine code compliance such as footing, foundation, piers, size of materials to be used for joist, walls, ceiling, header, beams, rafters, sheathing, type of siding, roofing and dimensions. This is only a partial list for example purposes. Other information is required for more complex projects. 3. Estimated value of the work to be performed which shall include materials and labor. If in the opinion of the Building Official the valuation is underestimated the permit may be denied unless the applicant can show a detailed estimate to meet the approval of the Building Official. 4. In certain cases a building permit will not be issued without first receiving approval from other departments and agencies which have regulations governing land use, i.e., Zoning, Health Department, Public Works. 5. The following inspections are required by the State Building Code: Footing, foundation, damp proofing, footing drains, framing, electrical, plumbing, heating, insulation and C.O.Other inspections may be required depending on the scope. |
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SECTION R105 PERMITS R105.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. R105.1.1 By whom application is made. Application for a permit shall be made by the owner in fee or by an authorized agent. If the application is made by a person other than the owner in fee, it shall be accompanied by an affidavit of the owner or a signed statement of the applicant witnessed by the building official or such official’s designee to the effect that the proposed work is authorized by the owner in fee and that the applicant is authorized to make such application. If the authorized agent is a contractor, the provisions of section 20-338b of the Connecticut General Statutes shall be followed. The full names and addresses of the owner, agent and the responsible officers, if the owner or agent is a corporate body, shall be stated in the application. R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws, statutes, regulations, or ordinances of the town, city or borough, or the State of Connecticut. Permits shall not be required for the following work: Building: 1. Fences not over 6 feet high. 2. Retaining walls that are not over three feet in height measured from finished grade at the bottom of the wall to finished grade at the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge. 3. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1. 4. Sidewalks, driveways and on-grade concrete or masonry patios not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below. 5. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work not involving structural changes or alterations. 6. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches deep. 7. Swings, non-habitable tree houses and other playground equipment. 8. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and which do not require additional support. Electrical: Repairs and maintenance: A permit shall not be required for minor repair work, including replacement of lamps and fuses or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles. Gas: 1. Portable heating or cooking appliances with a self-contained fuel supply. 2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe. 3. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid. Mechanical: 1. Portable heating appliances with a self-contained fuel supply. 2. Portable ventilation appliances. 3. Portable cooling units. 4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping contained within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by Chapters 18 through 24 of this code. 5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe. 6. Portable evaporative coolers. 7. Self-contained refrigeration systems containing 10 pounds or less of refrigerant or that are actuated by motors of one horsepower or less. 8. Portable fuel cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid. Plumbing: 1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe; provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drainpipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in Sections R105 and R109 of this code. 2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures, and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures. |
Finance
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The Town Budget is available online through the Forms & Documents Library. |
Management Information Systems
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You can contact the webmaster by email. |
Mayor
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Direction to Ledyard from Hartford area: Route 2 South to New London. Exit 79A Ledyard. Cross Mohegan Pequot Bridge to Route 12. Take a right and continue along Route 12 to Junction of 214. Take a left. Three miles to Junction of Route 117. Take right. Ledyard Town Hall is on the right hand side (brick building).Directions to Ledyard from New Haven area: From Route 95 North, Exit 88 (exit sign says Groton Long Point, Noank-Route 117). Take left off exit. Continue on Route 117 approx. five miles to center of town. Town Hall is on the left hand side. Direction to Ledyard from Providence: From Route 95 South, Exit 88 (Route 117). Take a right off the exit ramp. Continue on Route 117 through two traffic light approx. five miles to center of town. Town Hall is on the left side, after the fire station(across from the Ledyard Center School). |
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Sterling Superior Services can be reached at (860) 887-8352 or 1-800-391-3592. |
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The Ledyard Transfer Station is located at 889 Colonel Ledyard Highway near the Town Public Works Garage and the Animal Control Office. Click for map... More... |
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The Town Budget is available online through the Forms & Documents Library. |
Planning & Development
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A "free split" is a land use tool that allows a property owner to split his or her lot of land once without having to go through the regulatory process. Property lots are only eligible for a "free split" if they have not been split since March 21, 1962. To find out if you qualify for a "free split" you will need to: 1. Obtain a "free split" form from the Planning Department. 2. Hire an attorney to conduct a title search in the Town of Ledyard Land Records and issue an opinion to show that you are eligible for a "free split". 3. Hire a surveyor to draw a plan that shows the original lot with the proposed new lot. 4. Bring the plan to Ledge Light Health District for review. Once their requirements are met, have them sign off on the "free split" form. 5. Bring the plan and application form to the Planning Department for review. 6. Upon review, the Planning Department will refer your "free split" plan to the Zoning Department. 7. Upon approval, the Planning Department will sign off your application and contact you. 8. Once you have heard that your plan is approved, have your surveyor print a Mylar of the plan to record and file in the Ledyard Town Clerk's office. |
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The subdivision process is a multi-step process that involves approval from the planning, zoning and inland wetlands commissions and compliance with zoning regulations (1963), subdivision regulations (1962) and inland wetlands regulations (1974). Subdivision and Free Split |
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Contact Kristin Clarke, Economic Development at (860) 464-3240. You should also look at the Connecticut Economic Resource Center (CERC) “Site Finder”. |
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If you are considering moving your business to or starting a new business in Ledyard, or if you are interested in developing real estate in the town, there are tax abatement incentives that may be available to you, which are detailed in a brochure available in the Planning & Development office, or by contacting Kristin Clarke, Economic Development at (860) 464-3240. Economic Incentives |
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Planning & Development and Zoning both deal with parcels of land within the Town of Ledyard. However, each handles different aspects of the land use process. Contact Planning & Development if you have questions about: 1. Subdividing your land 2. The plan of conservation and development. 3. Economic development (locating a business in Ledyard or buying commercial property, etc.) Contact Zoning if you have questions about: 1. Site plan approval 2. Obtaining a zoning variance 3. Finding out how your property is zoned and setbacks related to your property 4. Wetlands and coastal boundaries |
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Yes, the Town of Ledyard is a Certified Local Government. The Certified Local Government program (CLG) recognizes communities nationwide that have developed and implemented historic preservation programs that meet State and Federal requirements. Communities that have qualified as CLGs are eligible to apply for matching grants to support new or existing historic preservation programs. Contact Kristin Havrilla Clarke at (860) 464-3240 for more information. Grant guidelines are available from the Connecticut Commission on Arts and Tourism. |
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Yes, maps are available online using Ledyard’s GIS (Geographic Information System) website. |
Police
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The Ledyard Police Department does fingerprinting services for residents of the Town of Ledyard each weekday at both 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. This service is free of charge. Please ensure that you bring a valid photo ID with you. |
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After turning 21, anyone interested in a career in law enforcement should contact the Law Enforcement Council of Southeastern Connecticut at (860) 887-1214. This agency conducts employment testing for law enforcement agencies throughout the region. |
Probate Judge
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Parties involved in a proceeding do not necessarily require a lawyer to represent them. Probate court forms are designed to be "user-friendly,'' and the probate clerk or judge may offer limited assistance to people completing required forms and reports. In the case of complex estates or complicated family matters, however, an attorney should be retained. |
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The hours of court are Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. |
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Passport applications will be accepted during regular hours, Monday - Thursday from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. |
Public Works
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Trash pickup varies by street. For information on your road's trash pickup call the Town Hall (860) 464-3220. |
Registrar of Voters
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-Resident of CT who has turned 18 or will be 18 by election day -a naturalized citizen |
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-Call our office 860-464-3252 and request a registration card -Come to our office (room #61) Tuesday or Thursday between 10AM and 3PM -Come to Town Hall during normal business hours and register in the Town Clerk's Office -Pick up a registration card at the local libraries -Registration cards are included in the packet when you renew or obtain a new drivers's license -Register online through the State: www.ct.gov/sots |
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-Proof of residence -Photo ID |
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Registrar of Voters DO NOT issue absentee ballots. The Town Clerk's Office should be contacted (860-464-0257) for an absentee ballot. |
Senior Center
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You make arrangements for transportation by called the Ledyard Senior Center at (860) 464-0478. Please give 48 hours notice. |
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You are eligible to participate at the Senior Center when you reach the age of 55. |
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The Ledyard Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. |
Tax Assessor
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The grand list year runs from October 1st through September 30th each year. The DMV furnishes us a list of all vehicles registered on October 1st. You are then billed for this time period July 1st. If at anytime after October 1st ownership changes, your bill may be prorated to the month of transfer. In order for this prorate to be processed, you must bring in proof of transfer of ownership. This includes, but is not limited to, a returned plate receipt from the DMV, a bill of sale, a receipt from a junkyard, a letter from your insurance company declaring a total loss, or copy of a purchase agreement showing your old vehicle as a trade in vehicle. All documentation must be dated and refer to the vehicle by make, model, and VIN number. |
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State Statute requires all persons (residents and non-residents) of taxable personal property in the Town of Ledyard or within the Indian Reservation Boundaries to file with the Assessor a sworn declaration of all such personal property owned or leased by them on the 1st day of October. Personal property consists of non-registered and out-of-state motor vehicles; trailers, horses; ponies; construction equipment, machinery, commercial furniture, fixtures and equipment, electronic data processing equipment, farm and mechanic’s machinery and tools, consumable supplies and all other taxable property not mentioned. Declaration forms have been mailed to all parties appearing on the previous Grand List and must be returned by November 1st. Forms for new businesses are available on-line or from the Assessor’s Office upon request. Failure to file such a declaration by November 1st will result in an additional 25% penalty. |
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The current exemptions available include Veterans, Disabled Veteran’s, Totally Disabled, and Blind. In order to qualify you must do the following: Veterans: You must file your DD214 with the Town Clerk on or before September 30th. Once this is filed, you will receive your exemption each year, with nothing further to file. There are state and local income based tax credit programs available as well that must be applied for between February 1st and October 1st biannually. Disabled Veterans: If you have a disability rating through the Department of Veteran Affairs, you receive a statement each year which states the percentage of your disability. You would receive this in late August or early September. A copy of this statement needs to be sent to the Assessor’s Office each year to increase your Veteran’s exemption. This must be received in this office by January 31st. Totally Disabled: If you are collecting Social Security as 100% disabled, there is an exemption you may apply for. You must furnish a copy of your award letter from SSA and file a short exemption form, available in the Assessor’s Office, prior to October 1st. There are state and local tax credit programs available as well that must be applied for between February 1st and May 15th biannually. Blind: If you are legally blind, you may qualify for an exemption by furnishing this office with a certificate of legal blindness issued by the Board of Education and Services for the Blind. Elderly: There are state and local income based tax credit programs available to those over 65 that must be applied for between February 1st and May 15th biannually. The income limits for all tax credit programs are set by the state and change each year due to cost of living. For the 2007 Grand List, the maximum qualifying income was $37,250 for single persons and $45,625 for married persons. In order to apply for these programs, you must provide a copy of your income tax return, if you file, your Social Security 1099, if you collect, and any other statements of income you may receive. Forms are available upon request from the Assessor’s Office or if you prefer, you may come in any time during the application period and a member of our staff can assist you with your filing. |
Tax Collector
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For tax information, contact the Tax Collector's Office weekdays between 8:30 and 4:30 at (860) 464-3232. |
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For tax information, contact the Tax Collector's Office weekdays between 8:30 and 4:30 at (860) 464-3232. |
Town Council
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A Town Council roster is available in the Forms & Documents Library. It has each member's contact information. |
Youth & Social Services
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The food locker is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9:30 am - 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. |
Zoning & Wetlands
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Permits for fences are not needed if the fence is a standard 6 ft. or under (excluding fences for pools). Fences are not regulated by the Zoning Regulations. If it is a stockade fence the finished side does not need to face your neighbor, it can face your property. The fence can go right up to your property line, but not on the property line. (Please be sure you know where your property line is.) If the fence is going along a town road, please check with the Public Works Director for setbacks to a town road. Please check with other departments, such as the Building Department, to inquire about any permits through that department. Fences over 6ft. do need a Zoning Permit. |
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In the Town of Ledyard you may have horses on any property 3 acres or more – that would be considered a farm, or in an R-80 District on which the lot contains the minimum area (80,000 sq. ft.) for the zone. On a parcel which is less than 3 acres and not in an R-80 zone a special permit is required (which is a public hearing process.) Also please check with the Zoning Office for setback requirements and total number of animals per acre. NOTE: any structures in support of the animals need building permits and zoning permits. |
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Any structure you propose to place or build on your property does need a zoning permit. For placement of the structure refer to Section 3.10 and Section 9.0 of the Ledyard Zoning Regulations. If the structure is behind your house (rear yard) the minimum setback is 6ft. from your property lines. Accessory structures shall be located in side or rear yards only. Please check with the Building Department for requirements for a building permit. |
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