Fairfield Phone Directory Search
The Fairfield phone directory has contact information for town departments, courts, and public offices that serve this community of about 65,300 people. Fairfield is a town in Fairfield County along the southern coast of Connecticut, and most of its government operations run from the Town Hall at 611 Old Post Road. You can use this phone directory to find the right number for any Fairfield town office, from the clerk to the health department to public safety. The Fairfield town government handles its own records and staffing since Connecticut does not have active county government.
Fairfield Phone Directory Quick Facts
Fairfield Town Hall Phone Numbers
Fairfield Town Hall sits at 611 Old Post Road. This is the main hub for town services. The general phone number is (203) 256-3000. It connects you to the switchboard, and from there you can reach most departments. Office hours run on weekdays, and the building closes on state holidays. Walk-ins are welcome during open hours, but a call first can save you time.
The First Selectman's office takes calls at (203) 256-3001. This is the chief executive of Fairfield. The office handles policy, town operations, and public inquiries. If you have a general question about Fairfield town government and you are not sure which department to call, the First Selectman's office can point you the right way. You can also find information through the Fairfield town website, which lists staff contacts and department pages for the full Fairfield phone directory.
The Fairfield Town Clerk handles vital records, land records, and licensing. The clerk office phone number is (203) 256-3030. You can call to ask about birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, property filings, and trade names. Under CGS §7-109, the town clerk keeps all public records for the town. Most of these records are open to anyone who asks. The clerk also handles Freedom of Information requests for Fairfield town records.
Fairfield Public Safety Directory
For police matters in Fairfield, call (203) 254-4800. This is the non-emergency line for the Fairfield Police Department. It gets you to the front desk, where you can ask about reports, records, or general police services. For emergencies, dial 911. The police department also has a records division that handles requests for accident reports and incident records under CGS §1-210.
The Fairfield Fire Department is at (203) 254-4720. This is the administrative line. It handles questions about fire permits, inspections, and fire safety programs. The department runs out of several stations in town. You do not call this number for fire emergencies. Use 911 for that.
Note: Fairfield police non-emergency calls may go to voicemail after hours, so try during business hours for the best response.
Fairfield Health and Building Contacts
The Fairfield Health Department takes calls at (203) 256-3020. This office deals with food safety, restaurant inspections, well water testing, and public health services for Fairfield residents. They also issue septic permits and handle complaints about sanitary conditions. The health department works closely with the state Department of Public Health on some matters, but most day-to-day calls go to the local Fairfield number first.
Fairfield Building Department phone number is (203) 256-3050. Call this office for building permits, zoning questions, property inspections, and code enforcement issues. If you plan to do work on a property in Fairfield, this is the department that reviews plans and issues permits. They can tell you what forms you need and how long the process takes. The building department works with the town Plan and Zoning Commission on land use matters.
Court Phone Numbers for Fairfield
Fairfield falls within the Fairfield Judicial District. The Superior Court that handles cases for Fairfield residents sits in Bridgeport. The Connecticut Judicial Branch runs all courts in the state, and you can search for court contacts and case information through their website. The case lookup tool lets you search by name or case number across all Connecticut courts, and it covers Fairfield cases filed in the Bridgeport courthouse.
Court records in Connecticut are public under CGS §1-200. This means anyone can look up case filings, docket entries, and judgment records. The phone directory for the Bridgeport courthouse is on the judicial branch site. You can call to ask about filing procedures, court dates, and how to get copies of records. Some records are also available through the online case search at no charge.
Fairfield residents who need help with legal matters can also try the Connecticut Bar Association lawyer referral service. This phone line connects callers with attorneys who practice in the Fairfield area.
State Agency Contacts in Fairfield
Several state agencies have offices or services that cover Fairfield. The Connecticut state portal is a good starting point for finding state-level phone numbers. The Secretary of the State handles business filings and can confirm entity records for businesses in Fairfield. The eLicense lookup tool lets you search for licensed professionals in Fairfield by name or license type.
The Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission enforces public records laws across all towns, and that includes Fairfield. If you request a phone directory or staff listing from any Fairfield department and they refuse, you can file a complaint with the FOI Commission. Under CGS §1-210, most government records must be available to the public within four business days of a request.
The Fairfield phone directory for state offices changes sometimes as departments move or restructure. The state portal is always the most current source for these numbers.
You can also check the Connecticut State Library public records page for archived government contact lists. This is helpful when you need to look up an old Fairfield phone number or find how a department was listed in past years.
Note: State agency phone lines that serve Fairfield may route to a central call center during peak hours.
Finding Fairfield Phone Numbers Online
The quickest way to find a Fairfield phone number is to start with the town website. The fairfieldct.org site has a full staff directory and department listing. Most pages show the direct phone number and email for each office. If you cannot find a specific number on the town site, try the state portal or the judicial branch site for court contacts.
The Fairfield phone directory covers dozens of departments and offices. Some have their own direct lines. Others route through the main Town Hall number at (203) 256-3000. When in doubt, call the main line and ask for the department you need. The switchboard staff can transfer you to the right place.
For business-related phone numbers in Fairfield, the CT Business Portal is a useful resource. It lists state agencies that handle business filings, tax questions, and licensing for Fairfield businesses.
The Connecticut Business Portal page shows state-level contacts and tools that Fairfield businesses and residents can use to find the right phone number for filings, tax help, and license services.
Fairfield County Resources
Fairfield is part of Fairfield County. Though Connecticut ended county government in 1960, the county name still applies to courts, planning regions, and geographic references. The Fairfield County phone directory on this site covers all towns in the county, with links to their local contact pages.
The Western Connecticut Council of Governments, known as WestCOG, handles regional planning for all Fairfield County towns. If you need a phone number for a regional issue that crosses town lines, WestCOG staff can help. Their office coordinates transit, land use, and shared service projects across the county.
Nearby Cities Phone Directories
If you need phone numbers for towns near Fairfield, these nearby cities also have full phone directory pages on this site. Some share courts and regional services with Fairfield, so their contact pages may have numbers you need.
Westport is also right next to Fairfield but has a smaller population. Each of these towns runs its own government, so their phone directories are separate from Fairfield.