East Haven Directory Lookup
East Haven sits along the shoreline in New Haven County and has a phone directory that covers town government, public safety, and a range of local services. The town operates out of a central town hall with department-specific phone lines for most offices. If you need to reach the mayor, the clerk, or the building department, the numbers on this page will get you there. East Haven's phone directory also connects to county and state resources that residents regularly use. The information here comes from official town and state sources, so you can trust the numbers are current.
East Haven Town Hall Numbers
East Haven Town Hall is located at 250 Main Street, East Haven, CT 06512. The main number is (203) 468-3200. Call this line when you are not sure which department handles your question. The front desk can direct your call or give you a direct number so you can call back if you get disconnected. Town hall is open during normal business hours on weekdays, and most departments follow the same schedule. Some offices close early on Fridays or around holidays, so it helps to check before you head over.
The Mayor's office is at (203) 468-3201. This line is used for general town administration calls, constituent concerns, and policy-related matters. For day-to-day service needs, the front desk or a specific department will be more helpful than the mayor's office. The East Haven phone directory is set up to keep calls moving to the right place, which means you rarely need to leave more than one voicemail before someone gets back to you.
East Haven Clerk and Records
The East Haven Town Clerk is at (203) 468-3210. This is the office for vital records, land records, and other public documents. If you need a birth certificate, death certificate, marriage license, or property deed, this is where you start. CGS §7-109 outlines the duties of town clerks in Connecticut, and the East Haven clerk follows those requirements. Certified copies of vital records carry a fee, and the clerk can tell you the exact amount when you call. Plain copies of most other records are cheaper, often just a per-page charge.
To request records, you can visit in person, call, or sometimes send a written request by mail. The town clerk will let you know which method works for the type of record you need. Under CGS §1-210, most records kept by public agencies in Connecticut are available to anyone who asks. There are some exceptions for things like sealed court records or certain personnel files, but the presumption is that records are open. If you run into trouble getting a document, you have the right to file a complaint with the Freedom of Information Commission.
Note: Vital records requests may require a photo ID and proof of relationship, depending on the document and how old it is.
East Haven Department Phone Lines
East Haven has several departments with direct phone numbers. The Police Department's non-emergency number is (203) 468-3820. Use this for general inquiries, report follow-ups, and records requests. For emergencies, call 911. The Building Department is at (203) 468-3216 and handles permits, inspections, and zoning questions. If you are doing construction or renovation work in East Haven, this is the department that issues permits and schedules inspections.
The East Haven town website lists additional departments and their contact numbers. It is a good idea to check the site before calling, since some offices have updated their extensions or moved to new phone systems. The website also has forms you can download for common requests, which can save you a trip to town hall.
Below are the main East Haven phone directory numbers:
- Town Hall Main: (203) 468-3200
- Mayor: (203) 468-3201
- Town Clerk: (203) 468-3210
- Police (non-emergency): (203) 468-3820
- Building Department: (203) 468-3216
For departments not on this list, the town hall main number is your best bet. Staff there know the full East Haven phone directory and can get you connected.
Court and Judicial Resources
East Haven is part of the New Haven Judicial District. The courthouse in New Haven handles civil, criminal, family, and housing cases for East Haven residents. You can look up case information online through the Connecticut Judicial Branch case lookup. This free tool lets you search by name, case number, or other criteria. It covers most case types and is updated regularly. If you need more than what the online system shows, the court clerk at the New Haven courthouse can help by phone.
The Connecticut Judicial Branch website has phone numbers for each courthouse. Court clerks can answer questions about filing fees, hearing schedules, and how to get copies of court documents. CGS §1-200 defines public records to include many court filings, so most case documents are available unless a judge has sealed them. Call the clerk's office to find out what you can get and how much copies cost.
For legal aid, several organizations serve the New Haven area. The phone directory for East Haven connects to these groups through the judicial branch website, which lists legal aid providers by region.
State Phone Directory Resources
Connecticut runs several statewide databases and phone directories that East Haven residents can use. The state portal is the main entry point for state agencies. You can search for departments, find phone numbers, and access online services all in one place. The Secretary of State's office handles business registrations and other filings that you might need for work in East Haven.
The Connecticut state departments directory shown below provides a full list of agencies and their contact details.
This directory is useful when you need a state agency number that is not in the East Haven town phone directory. It covers everything from revenue services to consumer protection and is organized so you can find what you need fast.
The Connecticut eLicense lookup is another state tool worth knowing about. It lets you search for licensed professionals by name or license number. This is handy if you need to verify that a contractor, healthcare provider, or other professional working in East Haven holds a valid state license. The Office of Public Records Administration page explains what records you have the right to access under Connecticut law.
Public Records in East Haven
East Haven follows Connecticut's public records laws closely. Most town records are open to the public under CGS §1-210. You do not need to explain why you want a record. Just tell the clerk what you are looking for, and they will let you know if it is available and what the fee is, if any. Common requests include property deeds, tax records, meeting minutes, and permits. The town responds to records requests within four business days as the law requires.
If a record is denied, you can appeal to the Freedom of Information Commission. This is a free process. The commission reviews the denial and decides if the record should be released. Most East Haven records requests are straightforward, but knowing your rights helps if you ever run into a roadblock.
New Haven County Details
East Haven is in New Haven County. Like the rest of Connecticut, there is no active county government since the state abolished county governance in 1960. But the county still matters for court districts, health regions, and some state program boundaries. The New Haven Judicial District is one of the busiest in the state, and it serves East Haven along with many surrounding towns. Phone numbers for county-level court and health services are available through the state judicial branch and department of public health websites.
The East Haven phone directory overlaps with New Haven County resources in several areas. Regional services like transit, health inspections, and emergency management are organized along county lines even without a formal county government. If you call a state office and give your East Haven address, they will route you to the right regional contact.
Nearby City Directories
Several towns near East Haven have their own phone directory pages on this site. If you need contacts in neighboring communities, these pages can help:
East Haven shares some services with these nearby towns. Court districts, school programs, and regional transit often cross town lines. A phone number listed under one town may serve residents of another, so check the nearby city pages if you cannot find what you need in the East Haven phone directory.
Note: Some regional offices are physically located in New Haven but serve all of the surrounding towns including East Haven. If you are referred to a New Haven office, it does not mean East Haven lacks the service. It just means the region centralizes it there.