Ansonia Development News

Seymour Farm Operations Under Review Amid Zoning Violation Allegations

The Seymour Board of Supervisors is considering an order against a farm at 174 Bennett Road, which has operated for 111 years. The order alleges that the property, located in a residential R-40 zone, is being used for commercial operations not permitted in that zone, including commercial events, retail sales of non-agricultural goods, yoga classes, wellness retreats, and food services. The farm's representative argues that town records, assessor cards, fire marshal reports, and prior zoning staff approvals support their operations, and that the order is based on a single neighbor's complaint. The representative also highlighted the community's need for the farm and the importance of preserving farmland for future generations and food security.