Cheshire Phone Directory
Cheshire is a New Haven County town with a well-organized phone directory that covers town hall, the clerk's office, and all major departments. If you need to reach a local office for permits, vital records, or general town services, this page collects the key numbers and resources in one spot. The Cheshire phone directory draws from official town and state sources so you can get to the right contact fast. With a population just over 30,000, Cheshire runs a compact but responsive set of town offices that handle everything from building permits to public records requests under Connecticut law.
Cheshire Town Hall Contacts
Cheshire Town Hall is at 84 South Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410. The main line is (203) 271-6600. Call this number and you can reach the front desk, which routes calls to the right department. Town hall hours follow a typical weekday schedule, and walk-ins are welcome. If you call after hours, most departments have voicemail set up. The town manager's office handles administrative questions at (203) 271-6601 and can point you to the right person if you are not sure who to ask. This is the hub of the Cheshire phone directory for town government services.
The town clerk's office at (203) 271-6610 is where you go for vital records, land records, and licensing. Under CGS §7-109, town clerks in Connecticut are responsible for maintaining certain public documents, and the Cheshire clerk's office follows these requirements closely. You can call to ask about available records, any forms you need to fill out, and fees before you visit.
Cheshire also runs its services through the official town website, which lists department contacts and hours. It is a good place to check before calling if you want a quick answer.
Cheshire Department Phone Numbers
The town of Cheshire has several departments, each with a direct line. The police department takes non-emergency calls at (203) 271-5500. For building permits and inspection questions, call the building department at (203) 271-6620. The planning and zoning office can help with land use questions, and the public works department handles road, water, and sewer issues. Most of these offices share the town hall building or are close by, so transferring between departments is usually quick.
Here are the key Cheshire department numbers:
- Town Manager: (203) 271-6601
- Town Clerk: (203) 271-6610
- Police (non-emergency): (203) 271-5500
- Building Department: (203) 271-6620
- Main Town Hall: (203) 271-6600
The Cheshire phone directory for departments gets updated on the town website when staff or numbers change. Check there if a line goes to voicemail and no one calls back.
Note: Cheshire police non-emergency calls go through (203) 271-5500, but always dial 911 for emergencies regardless of your location in town.
Public Records Access in Cheshire
Connecticut's public records laws are strong. CGS §1-210 requires most government documents to be available to the public unless a specific exemption applies. In Cheshire, the town clerk's office is the main contact for public records requests. You can call (203) 271-6610 to ask what records are on file, what the process looks like, and what costs you should expect. Common requests include vital records, land records, and meeting minutes from town boards.
The definition of public records under CGS §1-200 is broad. It covers documents made or received by a government agency in connection with public business. That means a wide range of town records in Cheshire fall under this law. If you are not sure whether something counts as a public record, the town clerk can help you figure it out, or you can contact the state's Freedom of Information Commission for guidance.
For statewide searches, the Connecticut state portal gives access to multiple databases. You can also use the eLicense lookup tool to check professional licenses. These tools work alongside the Cheshire phone directory when you need both online and phone-based access to records.
Cheshire Court and Legal Resources
Cheshire does not have its own courthouse, but it is served by the New Haven Judicial District. The Connecticut Judicial Branch runs an online case lookup at jud.ct.gov/lookup.htm that covers civil, criminal, family, and housing cases across the state. If you need to call the court directly, the Connecticut Judicial Branch website lists phone numbers for each courthouse location. Court clerks can help with filing questions, scheduling, and case status updates.
Many Cheshire residents use the phone directory to find the right clerk's office for their case type. Small claims, family matters, and housing disputes each go through different divisions. Calling the main court number and asking for the right division will save you time.
Cheshire Phone Directory Search Tips
Start with the town website. The Cheshire town site is the most current source for official phone numbers. If you cannot find what you need there, call the main town hall line at (203) 271-6600 and ask to be transferred. The staff at the front desk can usually point you to the right department in one step.
The Cheshire town homepage below shows the layout of the site, where you can find department contacts and service information.
This is the main entry point for Cheshire residents looking up town department phone numbers and service details online.
For state-level contacts, the Secretary of the State's office handles business filings, voter records, and other statewide lookups. The voter registration lookup is also available through the state. These resources extend beyond the Cheshire phone directory into the broader Connecticut system.
Note: If you reach a voicemail in Cheshire, leave your name, number, and a short message about your question. Most town offices return calls within one to two business days.
State Resources for Cheshire Residents
Connecticut offers several state-level databases that complement the Cheshire phone directory. The public records administration page explains your rights under state law and outlines the process for requesting documents from any government agency. This page is useful if you are dealing with a records request that involves both town and state offices.
The state also maintains directories for agencies and departments that serve Cheshire indirectly. Regional health districts, transit authorities, and planning organizations all have phone numbers listed on the state portal. These numbers are helpful when your question crosses town boundaries or involves a state-regulated service. Cheshire falls within several regional service areas, so the right contact may be at the town level, the state level, or somewhere in between. Starting with the Cheshire phone directory and branching out to state resources is usually the most efficient path.
New Haven County Resources
Cheshire is part of New Haven County. Connecticut eliminated county government in 1960, but many state services still use county lines for organization. Court districts, health districts, and regional planning groups reference New Haven County as a boundary. The New Haven Judicial District serves Cheshire for most court matters, and the regional health district covers public health services.
If you need a phone number that falls outside Cheshire town government, check the New Haven County page for additional contacts. The Cheshire phone directory covers town offices, but county-level resources fill in the gaps for court, health, and regional services.
Nearby Cities
Several towns near Cheshire also have phone directory pages on this site. If you need contacts in nearby communities, these pages can help:
These towns share some regional services with Cheshire, particularly in the areas of court systems and health districts. Phone numbers for shared services may route to the same offices, so checking a nearby city's page can sometimes answer your question too.