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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 6, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 5 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 2, 2025 - Aug 6, 2025
- Positions: Salem Town Zoning Appeals Board AlternateSalem Town Zoning Appeals BoardSalem Town TreasurerSalem Town ClerkSalem Town Library Board...
Job description
The City Planning and Zoning Board is charged with a variety of responsibilities pertaining to zoning and development, namely granting permits and approval of development.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector and resident of the city and district/ward if applicable.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 30 Trinity Street Hartford, CT 06172
Filing phone number: 860-509-6200
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates can seek to appear on ballot via nomination (15 percent of votes cast), and then file Certificate of Party Endorsement. To appear via petition, gather signatures equal to 2 percent of major party members, 1 percent of minor party members, or 1 percent of votes cast for office for independent candidates.
FAQ
How often is City Planning and Zoning Board elected?
The position of City Planning and Zoning Board is typically elected every 5 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Salem Town City, CT?
Candidates can seek to appear on ballot via nomination (15 percent of votes cast), and then file Certificate of Party Endorsement. To appear via petition, gather signatures equal to 2 percent of major party members, 1 percent of minor party members, or 1 percent of votes cast for office for independent candidates.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
30 Trinity Street Hartford, CT 06172.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 860-509-6200.
How do I get started running for City Planning and Zoning Board?
You can start running for City Planning and Zoning Board by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for City Planning and Zoning Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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