Around the Local

United Illuminating builds floodwalls designed to protect coastal substation infrastructure and prevent major storm damage that leads to power outages, following the $55 million Congress Street Flood Wall investment in downtown Bridgeport to protect against storm surge and sea level rise. Source: ctmirror.org
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A 60-student private school considers relocating to downtown Hartford, potentially helping address the city's office vacancy challenges while providing educational opportunities in the urban core. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
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Connecticut enacts comprehensive climate legislation establishing new environmental standards and sustainability requirements that will impact construction practices, building codes, and development projects across the state. Source: nature.org
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Stamford's Pacific House receives state funding for affordable housing development, supporting the organization's mission to provide shelter and transitional housing services for homeless and at-risk individuals in Fairfield County. Source: patch.com
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Hartford Public Library enters phase two of major renovations following flood damage repairs, adding an adult education center for immigrants, new event spaces for community programs, and technology training facilities with completion expected in early 2026. Source: fox61.com
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Norwalk's Meadow Gardens affordable housing project secures significant state funding to support the development of much-needed residential units, addressing the region's housing affordability crisis and providing options for low-income families. Source: patch.com
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Developers propose a large-scale housing development in Farmington, presenting plans to local officials that could significantly increase residential capacity while addressing community concerns about infrastructure impact and environmental considerations. Source: patch.com
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Yale University begins demolition of five historic buildings to construct a 188,294-square-foot dramatic arts complex for the David Geffen School of Drama, with $1.2 million allocated for demolition and construction scheduled through summer 2029. Source: newhavenindependent.org
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Construction activity begins at the long-vacant Scientology building site in New Haven, marking progress on addressing one of the city's most prominent abandoned properties and potential redevelopment opportunities. Source: newhavenindependent.org
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The Connecticut Port Authority and a contractor involved in State Pier development enter mediation proceedings to resolve disputes over the New London port infrastructure project, addressing construction delays and cost overruns. Source: wshu.org
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