The Zoning Board of Appeals shall hear and decide appeals where it is alleged that there is an error in any order, requirements or decision made by the official charged with the enforcement of the regulations. To hear and decide all matters upon which it is required to pass by the Zoning Regulations. To determine and vary any requirement of the Zoning Regulations in harmony with their general purposes and intent so that substantial justice may be done. This authority may be exercised solely in instances where there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships in the way of carrying out the strict letter of the regulations, and shall maintain the security of public health, safety and welfare.
Zoning Board of Appeals regularly scheduled meetings and Public Hearings, when required, take place at 7:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Town Hall. The Town of Somers Staff Liaison for the Zoning Board of Appeals is Jennifer Roy, Zoning Enforcement Officer, and may be reached by email: jroy@somersct.gov or phone: (860) 763-8220.
Zoning Board of Appeals Membership
5 Members/4 Year Term
| Dean Hills – Chairman | December 22, 2025 |
| Douglas Stebbins – Vice Chairman | December 22, 2025 |
| Dan Thayer | December 22, 2026 |
| Andy Rockett | December 22, 2023 |
| Joseph Marinaccio | December 22, 2024 |
Zoning Board of Appeals Alternate Members
3 Members/1 Year Term
| BJ Ferro III | December 22, 2023 |
| Susan Peck | December 22, 2023 |
| Ralph Williams | December 22, 2023 |
