Connecticut Deploys $20 Million Housing Trust Fund Grants to Towns Overhauling Infill Zoning

HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno announced the distribution of $20 million through the Municipal Housing Trust Fund Incentive Program, rewarding 18 towns that adopted pro-housing zoning reforms.

Incentivizing Transit-Oriented Zoning and Missing Middle Housing

The grant awards provide direct municipal infrastructure capital up to $1.5 million per town to fund municipal water main expansions, sidewalk streetscaping, and stormwater upgrades in towns that permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and multi-family duplexes by right near Metro-North and CTrail transit stations. Participating municipalities include Stamford, Norwalk, New Haven, and Windsor.

Governor Lamont stated that Connecticut's economic growth depends on expanding housing options near public transit, praising local leaders who embraced collaborative zoning modernization.

Municipal Leaders and Business Federation Support

The Connecticut Council of Municipalities (CCM) commended the voluntary incentive model for respecting local control while delivering infrastructure funding.

Business Council of Fairfield County leaders highlighted that transit housing is essential to retain young college graduates and tech talent.

Grant Disbursement Milestones

Municipal grant funds will transfer to recipient town treasuries by September 30, 2026.