Environmental Health Services
The Health District’s Environmental Health Department is responsible for enforcing the Public Health Code of Connecticut and the local Aspetuck Health District Sanitary Code. It does so through the issuance of permits, plan reviews and regular on-site inspections.
Permits, Applications, and Information
Food Service
Food Handler Certification Classes
All Class 2, 3, and 4 establishments are required to have one or more Certified Food Protection Manager(s) (CFPM). They must be a full-time employee; on-site at all times the establishment is in operation and assigned as the CFPM to only one food establishment. They must have a valid certificate from an approved testing organization.
Below are testing options:
ANSI-CFP Approved Testing Organizations
Restaurants, convenience stores, grocery stores, bars, schools, private clubs, and temporary food events must obtain a permit and be approved before operation. All are inspected regularly.
CT DPH Food Protection Program
FORMS AND APPLICATIONS
New & Renovated Food Service Establishments
Plan Review-New Establishment and Renovation
Application to Operate a Food Establishment
Temporary Food Events
Application to Operate a Temporary Food Service Booth
Temporary Event Multi-Vendor Packet (for Event Organizers)
Itinerant/Mobile Vehicles
Farmers Markets
Farmers Selling Unprocessed Produce or Meat (Packet F)
Farmers Offering Samples (Packet F-S)
Market Master Application (Packet D)
Patios
Outdoor Permanent Patio Application
Pop-Up Cafe Application (Seasonal/Temporary Patios)
Other
Temporary Refrigerated Truck Application
Septic Systems
New system installations and repairs to existing systems must be reviewed and approved. Includes soil testing, plan review, and inspection.
2024 CT Public Health Code Separation Distances
Forms and Applications
Generator/HVAC/Fuel Tank Application
Application for Sewage Disposal Permit
Private Wells
Private drinking water wells are regulated to ensure proper location and installation for a safe water supply.
Homeowners with private wells are responsible for the quality of their drinking water. While not required, testing is recommended. Learn more about what to test for and how often to test:
State of Connecticut Department of Public Health: Private Well Checklists and Fact Sheets
Forms and Applications
Construction
Proposed building construction, including private swimming pools and sport courts, must be approved before construction can begin.
Forms and Applications
Application to Install Generator, Fuel Storage Tanks & Outdoor HVAC Units
Application for a Building Addition, Renovation or Accessory Structure
Cosmetology
Salons, barber shops, spas, and massage therapy centers must obtain a permit to operate, be inspected and approved before operation. All are inspected regularly.
Forms and Applications
Public Swimming Pools
AHD permits and inspects public swimming pools. Examples of public pools are swimming facilities located at country clubs, hotels, schools, town recreational areas, camps and condominiums.
Forms and Applications
Beach Water Monitoring
Water samples are routinely collected from the public bathing areas to assess sanitary water quality. Sampling usually begins after Memorial Day and continues until Labor Day.
Day Care & Group Homes
Must be inspected regularly.
Statutes and Regulations for Child Care Centers and Group Child Care Homes
Forms and Applications