Planning Department

Who are we?

Guided by PLAN Bridgeport, the Bridgeport Planning Department works diligently to create healthy communities, robust economies, equitable opportunities, and livable neighborhoods.

Our team is focused on short-term and long-term projects that set the foundation for long-term success, sustainable growth, and economic development of our city.

Streetscape Scenery of Park Ave in the South End of Bridgeport.

Active Projects

Ash Creek Pedestrian Bridge

Black Rock Streetscape Project

Seaview Avenue Corridor Project

Pequonnock River Trail Extension

Fairfield/ Brewster Corridor Plan

East End Street Study

Neighborhood Revitalization Zone Groups

Engage Bridgeport

Core Planning Documents

The Logo for ZONE Bridgeport. The Comprehensive document that holds the updated Zoning Code as of 2019.

The Logo for PLAN Bridgeport. The Comprehensive document that sets the goals of planning efforts in Bridgeport.

Thumbnail for the Affordable Housing Plan for the City of Bridgeport

Thumbnail for the Waterfront Master Plan for the City of Bridgeport

 

Featured Content

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Public Art

Visit Bridgeport's Public Art Program where we work to help celebrate our City's amazing people, rich history, and beautiful cultures through art!

Planning & Economic Development
A promotional image for the City of Bridgeport's Sound on Sound Music Festival in Seaside Park on September 30th through October 1st, 2023.

Entertainment

Bridgeport hosts many fun spots and stops for everyone! Whether its a Bridgeport Islanders game, or a thrilling scene at the Cabaret Theatre, we have place in mind for you, your family, and your friends!

Planning & Economic Development
A banner image of a storage container artfully painted with many different colors in an abstract form. A large blue, yellow, and red heart on the left and the name "Bridgeport" across the center of the container.

Engage Bridgeport

Through Engage Bridgeport, the City of Bridgeport’s Office of Planning and Economic Development (OPED) is expanding online input opportunities and increasing transparency by making information more easily accessible to the public. This engagement site allows community members to view projects in one place, subscribe to updates, and provide feedback through surveys, interactive maps, and other tools.

If you have any questions about these programs and resources please contact: