Greenwich's future building projects could face a new hurdle: whether the town's electric, water and sewer systems have enough capacity to support them.

First Selectman Fred Camillo said utility providers have privately told him they can no longer accommodate some newer developments and major renovations. He shared the warning in a July 21 op-ed in the Greenwich Sentinel, saying the issue could affect property owners planning larger construction projects.

Camillo said he met with two Connecticut utility companies after hearing the concerns and that both agreed to participate in a public forum at Town Hall in September. The companies are expected to discuss current system capacity and what residents and developers should expect in the future.

"Our utility companies can no longer provide the service for newer developments and large renovations to existing structures," Camillo wrote.

The town has not announced the date of the forum, and Camillo did not identify the utility companies involved or provide details on whether they have formally denied service requests or are warning of possible future limitations. No public statements from the utilities confirming the claims have been released.

Housing debate continues

Camillo tied the utility concerns to Connecticut's recent housing requirements, arguing that state mandates for additional housing density must account for local infrastructure limits.

Greenwich is currently working on zoning changes required under Special Session Public Act 25-1, a state law adopted in 2025. Camillo said the town must consider the impact of future development on not only utilities but also stormwater systems and roads.

He called on state officials to pause additional zoning mandates, work directly with municipalities on infrastructure needs and give local governments more control over development decisions.

The issue continues a broader debate between Greenwich officials and state lawmakers over housing policy. In February, Camillo testified against a proposed housing bill, arguing that increased density without infrastructure upgrades could worsen congestion and flooding.

What's next

The September utility forum will be the first public discussion of the town's claimed capacity concerns. Greenwich has not yet released a date, time or format for the event.