The following is a partial list of the functions performed by the Engineering Office of the Department of Public Works:

• Review plans for
  • sub-division applications
  • building permits
• Prepare and monitor department budgets
• Issue purchase orders for equipment and services
• Receive permit applications and issue permits for:
  • driveways (new and reconfigured)
  • sewer connections
  • road openings
• Prepare requests for proposals (for equipment and services)
• Evaluate proposals - recommend best
• Evaluate drainage matters relating to public works facilities
  • (Drainage problems between two private properties are not considered by the Public Works Department)
• Administer small construction projects, i.e.:
  • paving, sidewalks, drainage improvements, etc.
  • prepare plans, specifications, receive and evaluate bids, provide resident field inspection
• Assist, when appropriate, various community activities, i.e.:
  • Garden Center, Garden Club, Clean Your Mile, etc.

• Forms
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Permit Applications 

Main Number: 203-594-3054

Monday through Friday (except Holidays)
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

There are several permits that are administered by Public Works' Engineering Department. Each involves filing an appplication which is reviewed prior to the issuance of the actual permit.

• Application for Driveway Permit
• Application for Street Opening Permit
• Application for Sewer Connection Permit

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My water pressure is low (or anything else is wrong with water supply). Can you correct this?

The Town does not own the water system.

If you are connected to the public water supply, call the Aquarion Water Company, formerly Bridgeport Hydraulic Company, at 203-337-5910 or 800-732-9678 (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday).  For after hour emergencies, call 800-732-7678.

If you have your own well, you need to call a private service company.

Can you help me find the location of my property lines?

No. We are not licensed surveyors. Some information may be available from land records filed in the Town Clerk's office; however, it may be difficult to interpret. A licensed surveyor is the least risk alternative.

Does the Town pick up Christmas trees?

No. Residents are required to bring these to the Transfer Station. Click here Transfer Station to go to the Transfer Station pages.

I live on South Ave. Can you remove some dead branches from a tree in front of my house?

No. South Avenue is a state road which is maintained by the State. Call the State Department of Transportation at 203-972-0388. Note the following examples of state roads:

Route 106

Route 123

Route 124

I'm new in Town. How do I get a sticker for using the Transfer Station?

Go to the Transfer Station with some proof that you are a New Canaan resident and they will issue a sticker. You can call the Transfer Station at 203-972-0181 to determine what documentation is considered proof of residency.

I would like to place a dumpster on the street in front of my property for a short period of time while construction modifications are being performed on my property. Who do I contact?

Call the Police Department at 203-966-2626 to obtain a verbal authorization. It is of utmost importance to advise them as to a 24 hour contact person (with phone numbers, address and other pertinent information) who is responsible for the dumpster, should it be necessary to be removed on short notice.