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Welcome to the Town of Darien Website
The purpose of the Town of Darien Web site is to provide timely information about our community, its services, and some of its activities. Many Darien organizations and businesses can be found through the Darien Community Information Network.
While a sincere effort is made to insure an accurate representation of all information herein, there is no guarantee of such accuracy and you are advised not to rely thereon.
Official documents are on file for your examination at the appropriate Town offices and agencies, with some copies available at the Darien Library.
Upcoming Events in Darien
Darien's 4th of July Fireworks
Board of Finance Budget 2013-2014
BUDGET MEETINGS 2013
Board of Selectmen Budget Meeting Schedule
Board of Education Budget Meeting Schedule
Board of Finance Meeting Schedule
Town News & Information
For Immediate Release
Darien, CT- Due to the current limitations of Metro-North train service, the Town of Darien in conjunction with the Darien Police Department will be temporarily suspending parking enforcement and parking fees in commuter parking lots. On-Street parking regulations will also be relaxed to the degree that public safety is not compromised. Laws pertaining to Fire Lanes, Handicapped Parking, and the blocking of roadways and driveways will be enforced. Commuters are cautioned against parking in private parking areas. These provisions will remain in place until more information can be obtained regarding the resumption of regular train service.
Currently train service remains suspended between South Norwalk and New Haven due to the train derailment and collision that occurred on May 17th. Commuters are advised to consult Metro North schedules for up-to-date train information.
Commuters are encouraged to arrive at train stations earlier than usual to allow time to find sufficient parking. Larger volumes of pedestrian and vehicular traffic are expected in and around both Darien and Noroton Heights train stations. Motorists are urged to use caution while traveling to or through these areas. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Sgt. Jeremiah P. Marron Jr.
Darien Police Department
Darien's 4th of July Fireworks
Parking passes are required to park at DHS to view the fireworks. Parking passes are $30 for residents (residents must provide photo ID and auto registration) and $60 for non-residents. Tickets go on sale at Town Hall starting May 1st from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Only one pass per family. Cash or checks accepted. For more information visit:
Town of Darien Firefighters' Foundation.
Darien's Farmers' Market
Wednesdays: May 29, 2013 though December 18, 2013
Time: 11am- 4 pm
Location: Goodwives Shopping Center, 25 Old Kings Highway North, Darien
Bateman Blood Drive - Wednesday, May 22, 2013
11:15AM-5:00PM @ the Piedmont Club
The annual Kenneth Bateman Memorial Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday, May 22nd at the Piedmont Club on Hecker Avenue from 11:15 AM – 5:00 PM. We encourage anyone who is able to donate blood to participate in this blood drive in honor of Darien Police Officer Kenneth Bateman who was killed in the line of duty in May 1981.
Appointments can be scheduled through the Red Cross website www.redcrossblood.org or by telephone at 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Thanks in advance for your support!
Visit the town of
Darien's Office of Emergency Management webpage for information about local emergencies that may effect you. Includes infomation about the hurricane season, how to be prepared for an emergency, any important information during an emergency, and CodeRed - Darien's emergency notification system.
More helpful information on Post-Sandy issues:
-- Letter from the Building Department and Planning and Zoning Department 
The Town of Darien had many houses receive substantial damage as a result of Storm Sandy in late October 2012. In response to that natural disaster, the Town has established a policy that all storm rebuilding between now and December 31, 2013 will be eligible for some reduced application and permitting fees.
The idea remains trying to help people impacted by storm Sandy and encourage property owners to meet the new FEMA elevations which go into effect in July 2013. The Town has waived portions of the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Environmental Protection Commission application fees, as well as Zoning Permit fees down to $60 (which the State requires to be collected pursuant to CGS 22a-27j). The Town has also decided to waive a portion of the Building Permit fees (the first $50,000 in value) for those property owners completing Sandy-related work, including house rebuilding and house elevations.
The fee waivers will only be in effect until December 31, 2013, which should be enough time for property owners to get their applications submitted, reviewed, and approved.
The
Planning and Zoning Department page will be updated every week with a list of the Zoning Permits pending within the Department. Click
here to get to the list.
Town of Darien Newspapers and Online Information
Darien Achieves HEARTSafe Community Status – Again! 