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Pomfret POCD Update

Thank You for Your Input!

We sincerely thank you for participating in the Town of Pomfret’s Plan of Conservation & Development (POCD) Community Input Survey!

The POCD is our community’s shared vision—a roadmap that will guide how Pomfret grows and thrives over the next 10 years. The Town of Pomfret POCD Steering Committee is currently working to update this important plan, as required by state statutes. Our last POCD update was in 2016, and a lot has changed since then!

This update is a powerful opportunity for Pomfret to reimagine its goals, priorities, and direction—building on the foundation of the 2016 POCD and incorporating insights from the Pomfret Affordable Housing Plan completed in 2022.

We’re excited to hear from residents like you, and we invite you to stay involved in shaping Pomfret’s future!
Learn more and find out how to get involved by visiting our POCD Update page:
https://www.pomfretct.gov/plan-of-conservation-development-steering-committee

Want updates emailed directly to you? Send a message to jordan.lumpkins@neccog.org to be added to our POCD Update mailing list.

Please check the POCD page monthly for updates, upcoming meeting information, and opportunities to share your voice! Together, let’s shape the future of Pomfret!
Deadline: November 20, 2025
1.I live in...
2.I'm also in Pomfret because I... (choose all that apply)
3.How long have you been living in Pomfret or visiting as indicated above?
4.What is your age range?
5.What are the main reasons why you live in Pomfret? (choose all that apply)
6.Does Pomfret need...?
Yes, we need this!
Neutral
No, we do not need this!
More farms
More rental housing
More businesses
To allow farms to diversify
To protect more land from development
More affordable housing
7.If you agree Pomfret needs more housing, what type should it include? (choose all that apply)
8.If you agree Pomfret needs more businesses in town, what type should it include? (choose all that apply)
9.In terms of land uses... What should be encouraged? Discouraged? Or should Pomfret stay the same?
10.How would you rate the following changes facing Pomfret?
Most challenging
Moderate
Neutral
Somewhat
Not challenging
Attracting businesses
Maintaining quality schools
Maintaining stable tax rate without cutting services
Maintaining local infrastructure
Preserving open space/ undeveloped land
Preserving town's rural nature
Traffic on roads
Retaining active farms
Creating affordable housing
Employment opportunities
Town regulations
Rapid rate of development
Slow rate of development
Maintaining Emergency Services
Extreme weather events, i.e: droughts / flooding
11.Do you see yourself living in Pomfret 10 years from now?
12.What is your favorite place or event in town? What makes them special?
13.Please rate how much you like / dislike the following?
Love it!
Like it
Neutral
Don't like it much
Hate it!
Agriculture / farms
Dirt / gravel roads
Historic buildings
Historic villages
Location of current businesses
Lack of commercial development
The current population density
Scenic views
Locally designated scenic roads
Recreational opportunities
14.What are Pomfret's three best assets (other than people)? Please choose only 3 and indicate order of preference.
Businesses
Restaurants
Churches
Forest and nature
Schools
Rural, quiet setting
Outdoor activities
Location
Municipal services
Emergency Services / 24/7 Ambulance
1st choice
2nd choice
3rd choice
15.What would you like Pomfret to be known for?
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