Barbara Smith sworn in as Norwalk mayor; officials pledge support and funding Barbara Smith was sworn in as mayor of Norwalk in a ceremony featuring U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz and Rep. Jim Himes. Officials praised outgoing Mayor Harry Rilling and pledged federal and state support for Smith’s priorities, including housing and schools.

Barbara Smith has officially taken the reins as Norwalk's mayor, promising a future focused on housing, education, and community collaboration!

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Norwalk cites millions in housing aid and a sharp homelessness decline as it rolls out housing and social services City officials said Norwalk secured more than $10 million in federal housing resources, expanded down-payment assistance and added a housing liaison. The mayor’s office also said HOPE teams reduced homelessness by 129% year over year; city officials did not provide supporting data in the update.

Norwalk has made a groundbreaking move by securing over $10 million in federal housing aid and slashing homelessness by an astonishing 129%—find out how they're transforming lives!

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Norwalk highlights $10M-plus in housing supports and opens 54-unit Weingart Rose supportive housing At a State of the City-style address, Norwalk officials outlined federal and state housing investments — including more than $10,000,000 administered by the Norwalk Housing Authority, HUD CDBG and HOME ARP funds, a $3,000,000 Cal HOME grant — and celebrated the opening of Weingart Rose, a 54‑unit Project Homekey conversion offering on-site supportive services.

Norwalk is taking bold steps to combat homelessness, unveiling a $10M housing investment and the new Weingart Rose supportive community that’s transforming lives and offering hope.

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Norwalk updates ADU rules to align with state law, council weighs parking and density concerns The council introduced zoning text amendments to update accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior ADU standards, aligning city code with state mandates while adding local objective standards for setbacks, height, floor-area ratios and parking exceptions. Council members pressed staff on enforcement, infrastructure strain, and SB 9 subdivision implications.

Norwalk City Council is taking bold steps to update accessory dwelling unit regulations, aiming to balance housing needs with community concerns about density and infrastructure.

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Norwalk planning panel approves 32‑unit building at 19 Day Street, grants waiver of required parking The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special permit, site plan and coastal site plan allowing a new six‑story, 32‑unit apartment building at 19 Day Street, with conditions and a waiver of eight required parking spaces. Commissioners debated tenant impacts, parking calculations and the displacement of an on‑site distillery before the motion

Norwalk's Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a new six-story, 32-unit apartment building, sparking debates over parking and tenant concerns in the community.

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Norwalk City Council Approves One-Year Extension of Moratorium on Non-Housing Uses City council plans to extend moratorium on certain establishments for an additional year.

Norwalk's City Council is set to extend a crucial moratorium on specific businesses while making room for essential housing developments.

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Norwalk City Council Extends Moratorium on Convenience Stores and Transitional Housing Council adopts 10-month moratorium amid concerns over county housing management and new grant.

Norwalk City Council is taking a bold stand by extending a moratorium on convenience stores and transitional housing to safeguard community interests amid rising concerns about local housing management.

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Norwalk City Council Extends Moratorium on Convenience and Supportive Housing Ordinances Council extends urgency ordinance restricting various housing-related establishments through 2025.

Norwalk's City Council is taking bold steps to combat homelessness and regulate business growth, ensuring a brighter future for all residents.

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Norwalk residents urge council to implement rent control and enforce smoke-free ordinance Residents demand urgent rent control measures and strict enforcement of smoke-free housing guidelines.

Norwalk residents are rallying for urgent rent control and enforcement of smoke-free housing as skyrocketing costs threaten their community's health and affordability.

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Developers propose trial of ADUs in city's B1 area amidst zoning discussions City officials discuss potential removal of ADU restrictions to encourage development.

Norwalk's Planning & Zoning Commission is debating the introduction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that could reshape the city’s housing landscape!

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