Historic District Commission Approves Downtown Sidewalk Improvements
Madison's Historic District Commission unanimously approved a downtown sidewalk project spanning Boston Post Road, Britton Lane, and West Wharf Road.
Historic District Commission · Meeting of April 27, 2026
CT MADISON — Madison's Historic District Commission unanimously approved a downtown sidewalk project spanning Boston Post Road, Britton Lane, and West Wharf Road. The Town's application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for sidewalk and ADA improvements drew multiple letters of support from residents, emphasizing pedestrian safety and accessibility. Town Engineer Rob Russo presented revised plans incorporating brick paver sidewalks and granite curbing in place of originally proposed concrete and asphalt, aligning materials with downtown aesthetics and the historic district context.
The project includes ADA-compliant ramps, crosswalks, and a flashing beacon, with funding confirmed as secured. In other business, the Commission deferred discussion of a greenhouse proposal at 26 Meetinghouse Lane pending owner authorization and continued work on Historic District Regulations updates.
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Source: the Historic District Commission meeting of April 27, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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