Newtown is the largest town by area in Fairfield County, with a
wide range of development and rural plots. The town is known for
its all-inclusive equestrian trails with its 2,670 acres of state-owned
open space lands, including 400 acres of undeveloped, picturesque
and heavily wooded land for recreation.
Board of Selectmen; term of 2 years.
Legislative Council; 2 year terms, serving 4 districts.
Board of Assessment Appeals, term of 4 years.
POPULATION
26,000
ZONING
Residential, farming; zoned for a minimum of 1/2 to 3 acres.
3% of land is zoned for commercial and industrial property.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Town parks are open to the residents at no charge;
permits are required on vehicles entering parks.
Dickinson Park: Open 8 a.m. until sundown; swimming pool, playground,
tennis & basketball courts, softball field, picnic area, pavilion,
children's day camp in summer, ice skating in winter.
Treadwell Park: Open 8 a.m.until sundown; swimming pool (pass required),
kiddie pool, soccer & softball fields, pavilion (may be rented), tennis courts.
Lake Lillinonah Park: Open 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.; boat launch (ramp pass required),
picnic tables & grills. A popular spot for fishing, boating, water-skiing and canoeing.
This park is private for residents.
