Does Somers have a Dog Pound?
Yes -- located on Egypt Road -- Contact Animal Control Officer Eric Boucher at 860.763.0623.
When is a building permit required?
A permit is required for all work that is not considered normal repair or maintenance. Call the Building Department at 763-8220 for more information.
Who can apply for the permit?
Either a licensed contractor or the building owner can apply for a permit.
Is there a cost associated with a permit application?
Yes: permit fees are assessed based on the value of the work covered by the permit.
When is a licensed contractor required?
A licensed contractor is required for all permitted work, except that the owner of a single-family, owner-occupied residence is allowed to do any work within his or her residence that is regulated by Building Codes.
What happens if work is done without the required permits?
Work that is completed without permits can cause difficulty when selling or refinancing your property. It can also lead to insurance claim losses if the loss is directly related to the work.
What happens after the permit is issued?
Inspections are performed for compliance with applicable Building Codes. No work is to be covered until it is inspected. Contact the Building Department at 763-8220 for a schedule of required inspections.
How long does it take to receive a permit after the application is submitted?
Permits are usually approved within 2-5 days. Permits that involve approvals from other Land Use departments (i.e. Health, Zoning, Wetlands) can take longer.
Where are you located and how do I get there?
Town Hall is located at 600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071. Directions (from Hartford): Interstate 91 North to Exit 47E, you are automatically on Route 190E, continue for approximately 7 miles, look for intersection of Route 190 and Route 83. At the intersection is a traffic light. Continue on Route 190E, the Somers Town Hall is the third building on the right. Parking is available in the rear of the building.
Does Somers have trash pick-up?
Residents may contract individually with a vendor or purchase a landfill sticker at a cost of $25.00 per vehicle, renewed annually.
Do you have maps of Somers?
Mail-A-Maps for the Town of Somers are available in the Town Clerk's Office.
Are State Forest Trail Maps available in the Town Hall?
No -- Information is available from the Department of Environmental Protection's website at www.ct.gov/dep
Where do I get a burning permit?
Permits are issued from the Somers Fire Department located at 400 Main Street, Somers, CT 860.749.7626
Does Somers have any records on-line?
Assessor Cards are available at www.totalvaluation.com
What are the Library's hours?
When can I come to the Resident Trooper Office to be fingerprinted?
Wednesdays and Saturdays only, 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
How do I obtain a copy of an accident report?
Accident reports can be obtained by contacting the State Police Troop C, Tolland, at (860) 896-3243.
What are the new restrictions on teenage driviers?
The following restrictions will be in place for 16 and 17 year old drivers who obtain their license on or after 8/1/08.
They cannot be operating a motor vehicle between 11pm-5am unless they are traveling for employment, school, religious activities, medical neccesity or enrolled as a driver for a registered Safe Rides program. For the FIRST six months holding a driver's license a 16 or 17 year old may only have a parent/gaurdian OR driving instructor as a passenger in the vehicle.
For the SECOND six months holding a driver's license a 16 or 17 year old may additionally transport members of their immediate family. Sixteen and 17 year old drivers may not use a cell phone, INCLUDING hands free or any other electronic devices while driving at any time. This list in not all inclusive of all restrictions. For detailed information including penalties please visit the State of Connecticut Teen Driving Website.
How can I obtain a pistol permit?
Application forms are available at the Town Clerk's Office during Town Hall regular hours. Detailed instructions are provided with the application. All completed applications MUST be returned to the Town Clerk's Office for processing. Appointments for fingerprinting will be assigned upon receipt of the completed application.
How can I research the residences of convicted sex offenders?
A link to the sex offender registry can be found on the CT Department of Public Safety Sex Offender Registry web page.
Where is the Post Office and what is the Telephone Number?
Somers Post Office, 26 Battle Street, Somers, CT 06071
860.749.7337
Somersville Post Office, 28 Maple Street, Somersville, CT 06072
860.749.0047
Who is responsible for which roads in Town?
State Roads:
DOT - East Windsor (623-4473) - Hall Hill Road, Turnpike Road, Springfield Road (RT. 83) Main Street (RT. 190) West of Springfield Road.
DOT - Vernon (875-4993) - South Road (RT 83) East of Springfield Road
All other roads are maintained by the Town of Somers.
How many miles of road are owned, maintained and plowed by the Town?
A little over 85 miles of roads.
How many full time employees are in the Highway Department?
Three Highway Maintainers, one Foreman and one Mechanic.
Why doesn't my road have a new street name sign?
The older post style street name signs do not comply with Federal Regulations. The Town is in the process of replacing these signs with the complying highly reflective green background signs on metal posts. In the near future, all wood post style street name signs will be replaced.
How do I know if a tree I want work done on is on Town property or my property?
A typical Town road right of way is 50 feet. Therefore, Town property is generally 25' from the road centerline. For a 24' wide paved surface, the Town tree belt is generally 13' from the edge of the road.
Why does the Town apply oil and stone chips on some roads in the summer?
This is the most cost effective way to maintain the roads in Town. The Town attempts to seal 10 miles of road per year, thereby sealing all roads on an 8 year cycle. Before the roads are chip sealed, ruts and depressions are filled with hot mix asphalt. The loose stone may be inconvienient for residents and drivers until it is set in the oil mix or is removed by the Town. However this method is more economical than a hot mix asphalt overlay of the entire surface.
Who do I call to report a dead deer or other animal on the road?
If on a Town road, call the Highway Department at 763-8238. If on a State road, call the numbers stated above.
Do you need a permit for a Tag Sale?
Yes -- May be obtained from the Town Clerk's Office during regular Town Hall hours. The fee is $2.00 per day.
How do I get a license for my dog and what is the fee?
Dog licenses cost $8.00 for spayed or neutered dogs and $19.00 if they are not spayed or neutered. Proof of a current rabies vaccination and proof of spaying or neutering is required at the time of licensing. Regardless of when the license is purchased, it expires on June 30th of each year.
Where can I get a copy of my Birth Certificate?
The Somers Town Clerk's office can issue certified copies of birth certificates if:
1. The mother resided in Somers at the time of the birth
2. The child was born in the State of Connecticut
Birth records are not open for public inspection in accordance with section 7-51 of the Connecticut General Statutes. You may request a copy of your own birth certificate, your child's, your spouse and your parents. Grandparents can also request a copy for their grandchildren.
If I live in Somers, but I am getting married in Rocky Hill, where do I apply for my marriage license?
You may apply in either Somers (your town of residence) or in any town within the State of Connecticut.
What are the hours of the Town Hall?
Monday thru Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
When is the Dump - Landfill - Transfer Station open?
Monday and Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Is there a fee at the Landfill?
$25.00 per vehicle renewed annually
What are the hours of operation of the Transfer Station facility?
Mondays* 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursdays 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Saturdays 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sundays 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
*Whenever a holiday falls on Monday, the facility will be open the following Tuesday
What are the prices for items brought to the transfer station?
Mattresses & Box Springs-Any Size: $5.00 Ea.
Televisions Set: (depends on size) $5.00 - $10.00
Automobile Batteries: $2.00 Ea.
Tires: Auto $3.00
Truck $7.00
Tractor $36.00
Rugs: (depends on size: $3.00 & up
Recommend that all rugs be weighed.
Refrigerators, air conditioners & freezers-Any Size: $20.00
Residents should be reminded that it will do no
good to remove the freon themselves, it is illegal.
Furniture: (depends on weight) $85.00 per Ton
Residents should use the scale to determine an
accurate weight and cost for sofas, tables, chairs, etc.
Bulky Waste: Includes construction debris, furniture,
pallets, wood fencing $85.00 per ton 200 lbs. or Less - $5.00
Brush & Wood: Includes trees. shrub, branches and limbs
NO TREE STUMPS $60.00 per ton 200 lbs. or less - $5.00
Residents are encouraged to find alternative ways of disposing of unwanted,
usable items. Methods such as yard sales, donations to charities and organization, posting on Freecycle.org. local bulletin boards or newspapers
can be very successful and less effort than bringing items to the transfer station.
UPDATE: When and where can household hazardous waste be brought?
Household hazardous waste collections are scheduled for September 24th, October 15th in MANCHESTER, this year. Time 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Location: Olcott Street, Manchester (Exit 1 from 384, follow Spencer Street for 0.9 miles, turn left on Olcott Street, Follow signs to the Facility.) On October 1st the collection will be in SOMERS at the Somers High School, Vision Blvd.
A Drivers license, tax bill or car registration to prove residency.
Items accepted at the hazardous waste collections are: oil based paints & stains, acids, insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, chemicals, houshold cleaning products, and hazardous materials. Please leave all materials in
original containers.
Please DO NOT BRING: latex paints, antifreeze, motor oil, alkaline batteries
Where do I register to Vote?
Town Hall -- Registrar of Voters Office -- Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Town Hall -- Town Clerk's Office -- Regular Town Hall Hours of Operation
