SUMMER 2026:

DOWNTOWN STORRS REPAVING PROJECT

The Town of Mansfield has begun an infrastructure improvement project in Downtown Storrs. To help our downtown businesses plan and prepare, the Mansfield Downtown Partnership will update this page throughout the process, as we receive updates from Town staff.

We understand that every business operates differently, and if you have specific concerns about your operations, deliveries, accessibility, or anything else related to the project, please reach out to Steven Ferrigno, Executive Director of the Mansfield Downtown Partnership (by email or call 860.429.2740).

Last updated: July 28, 2026

ON-STREET PARKING BAN

JULY 29-31

To accommodate milling of the existing pavement, there will be no on-street parking throughout the downtown beginning in the afternoon of Wednesday, July 29 and continuing through Friday, July 31.

The Downtown Storrs Parking Garage and the Dog Lane surface lot will remain open throughout the project.

Please plan accordingly.

  • The Town of Mansfield has started a streets improvement project in Downtown Storrs, which will include:

    • Full milling and repaving of all streets in Downtown Storrs

    • Resetting crosswalk accessibility pads

    • Adjusting catch basins

  • Work has begun as of July 6, 2026 and is expected to continue through the end of August 2026.

  • At this time, there is no plan for full road closures HOWEVER there will be temporary traffic impacts as work progresses.

  • This project will result in smoother road conditions for everyone, fresh pavement markings, and improved infrastructure for the next 15 years.

    The work is being done in the summer to try to mitigate impact on your business and to complete the work before school begins again in the fall.