Land and Environment

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• The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station Publications

  Find all CAES current and past publications, booklets, brochures, flyers, and more.  

  Agency: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

• The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

  Station scientists are committed to improving agricultural productivity, environmental quality and the well being of the population.

  Agency: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

• Renters Rebate

  The state provides a reimbursement program for elderly and/or totally disabled tenants whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Anyone with questions regarding the program can call the program hotline at 860-418-6377.  

  Agency: Office of Policy and Management

• The Office of Consumer Council (OCC)

  The Office of Consumer Council serves as an independent voice for Connecticut's public utility and telecommunications consumers through advocacy and customer education.

  Agency: Office of Consumer Counsel

• Landlord, Tenant and Housing FAQ

  Answers to frequently asked questions about landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities.

  Agency: Judicial Branch

• Hurricane Season

  Discover tips for before, during, and after a hurricane to ensure your family stays safe in the event of a hurricane.

  Agency: Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

• All Hazards Planning

  Information to develop plans and programs to enhance Connecticut's prevention, preparedness, response and recovery capabilities in the event of a hurricane, winter storm, earthquake, tornado or other natural hazard.

  Agency: Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security

• Rental Security Deposits

  Tenants and landlords can read their rights and responsibilities pertaining to the collection, holding and return of rental security deposits.

  Agency: Department of Banking

• Foreclosure Relief and Information

  Homeowners seeking advice on how to refinance their homes or modify their mortgages can participate in one of the periodic free mortgage assistance events held by the Department of Banking. Participants can meet individually with a mortgage lender or a HUD-approved housing counselor to review their options.

  Agency: Department of Banking

• Transfers of State-Owned Land

  When a state agency proposes to sell or transfer land, including easements granted to private parties or municipalities, in most cases it must publish a notice in the Environmental Monitor giving the public the opportunity to comment.

  Agency: Council on Environmental Quality

• Environmental Impact Evaluations for State Projects

  State agencies must identify and evaluate the impacts of proposed state actions, including state grants for municipal or private construction projects, which may significantly affect the environment. Notices of such proposed actions are required to be published in the Environmental Monitor and provide opportunity for public review and comment.

  Agency: Council on Environmental Quality

• Tracking Environmental Quality in Connecticut

  The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) publishes an annual report on the condition of the state's air, water, land and life.

  Agency: Council on Environmental Quality

• Aquaculture

  The Bureau of Aquaculture provides information to the public and businesses about harvesting shellfish, including the species that are available and any warnings about pollutants. The bureau also oversees businesses that raise fish for food in fresh-water tanks. 

  Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture

• Agriculture Events and Programs

  Residents can check for agricultural events and programs, such as the Farm and Preservation Celebration, and events sponsored by commodity associations such as the CT Vineyard and Winery Association and CT Green Industries.

  Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture

• Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

  Mothers who receive benefits through the federal Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program and senior citizens who qualify can use state-issued checks to purchase produce at farmers' markets.

  Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture