Hamden Phone Directory Lookup
The Hamden phone directory lists contact numbers for town offices, courts, and public agencies that serve this New Haven County community of about 61,510 residents. Hamden Town Hall sits at 2750 Dixwell Avenue and is the hub for local government operations. This phone directory covers town department numbers, public safety lines, health and building office contacts, and state agency listings for the Hamden area. Connecticut towns handle their own government services, so the Hamden phone directory runs through the town structure rather than a county office.
Hamden Phone Directory Quick Facts
Hamden Town Hall Phone Numbers
Hamden Town Hall is at 2750 Dixwell Avenue. The main line is (203) 287-7100. Call this to reach the front desk, and staff can connect you to any town department. Hours are weekdays during normal business times. The building closes for state holidays. Walk-ins are welcome, but a phone call first can save you a trip if your question is something staff can handle over the line.
The Mayor's office number is (203) 287-7101. Hamden uses a mayor-council form of government. The mayor runs daily town operations and manages the budget. If you need direction on which department to contact for a particular issue, the mayor's office staff can help. You can also browse the Hamden town website for a full list of department phone numbers and staff contacts. The site serves as the main online version of the Hamden phone directory.
The Hamden Town Clerk is at (203) 287-7110. Vital records, land records, and licensing are all handled here. You can get birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and property deed copies from this office. CGS §7-109 makes the town clerk the official record keeper for Hamden. Public records are open to anyone who asks. Call before you visit to check what you need to bring and what the current fees are.
Note: Hamden Town Clerk office hours may differ from other town departments, so call ahead to confirm before visiting.
Hamden Police and Fire Directory
Hamden Police Department non-emergency phone number is (203) 230-4000. This is for general inquiries, records, and non-urgent reports. Always dial 911 for emergencies. The Hamden police records unit handles requests for accident reports and incident documentation. Under CGS §1-210, most police records are public. Some records tied to ongoing investigations or sealed cases may not be available.
The Hamden Fire Department administrative line is (203) 407-5880. Call for fire prevention questions, permit inquiries, and inspection scheduling. This is not an emergency number. The fire department operates out of several stations in Hamden. Administrative calls route through the main office, and they can direct you to the right station or staff member if needed.
Hamden Health and Building Offices
The Hamden Health Department takes calls at (203) 287-7172. This department handles restaurant inspections, food permits, environmental health issues, and public health programs. If you need a food service permit or want to report a sanitary concern in Hamden, this is the number to use. The health department also works with the state Department of Public Health on certain inspection and licensing tasks that cross local and state lines.
Hamden Building Department phone number is (203) 287-7160. This office reviews building plans, issues permits, and conducts inspections for all construction work in Hamden. Whether you are adding a deck, doing a renovation, or building from scratch, you need to go through this department first. They coordinate with the Planning and Zoning Commission on land use questions and make sure all work meets local codes. The Hamden phone directory on the town website lists the building department staff with direct lines for plan reviewers and inspectors.
Both of these departments are in Memorial Town Hall. You can visit them in person or call. The phone directory for each office also lists email contacts if you want to send a written question.
Court Contacts for Hamden
Hamden is in the New Haven Judicial District. The Superior Court that handles Hamden cases sits in New Haven. The Connecticut Judicial Branch operates all courts in the state and has a full phone directory online. The case lookup tool lets you search for Hamden cases by name or docket number at no charge.
Court records in Connecticut are public under CGS §1-200. You can look up filings, case status, and judgment details through the online tool or by calling the New Haven courthouse clerk. For certified copies, the clerk can tell you the fee and process. The Hamden phone directory for court matters goes through the judicial branch, not through town government. Hamden has no say in how courts operate.
Note: The New Haven courthouse serves multiple towns, so phone wait times can be longer during busy periods like Monday mornings.
State Agency Phone Numbers for Hamden
State agencies that serve Hamden residents are listed on the Connecticut state portal. For business entity searches and filings, use the Secretary of the State's office. The eLicense lookup checks professional licenses for anyone working in Hamden. These tools are free and open to the public.
Public records access in Hamden follows CGS §1-210. The Freedom of Information Commission enforces these rules and takes complaints when agencies do not comply. If a Hamden department refuses to share a phone directory or contact list, you can file a complaint and the FOI Commission will investigate. Response time under the law is four business days.
The Connecticut State Library also keeps archived government contact lists. These can help you track down old Hamden phone numbers or see how departments were listed in past years.
Finding Hamden Phone Numbers Online
The Hamden town website is your best source for up-to-date phone numbers. It has department pages, staff directories, and contact forms. If you cannot find what you need on the site, call the main Town Hall number at (203) 287-7100. The front desk can route you to any Hamden department.
Below is a view of the Hamden town website, which serves as the main online phone directory for town offices.
The Hamden town homepage shows links to departments, services, and contact pages where phone numbers are listed for each office.
Hamden uses the 203 and 475 area codes. Most town government numbers are in the 203 range. State agency numbers may use 860 or 959. Keep this in mind when you search the Hamden phone directory and see different area codes for different offices.
Hamden County Information
Hamden is part of New Haven County. Connecticut dissolved county government in 1960, but the county name is still used for courts and planning. The New Haven County phone directory on this site covers all towns and cities in the county with links to their contact pages.
The South Central Regional Council of Governments handles planning for the Hamden area. This regional body works on transit, housing, and shared services across the New Haven region. Their staff can help with phone contacts for regional issues that go beyond Hamden town borders.
Nearby City Phone Directories
These nearby cities have their own phone directory pages on this site. Some share courts and regional agencies with Hamden.
Cheshire is also near Hamden but has a smaller population. Each of these places runs its own government with a separate phone directory.