The Newtown Planning and Zoning Commission has approved an application by Aquarion Water Company to build a one million gallon water storage tank in a residential neighborhood.  The structure would take up about 3,000 square feet of the 5 acre property off Old Green Road. 

Aquiarion says the structure is needed to improve the reliability of the public water supply.  The concrete tank would stand 50 feet tall and be 62 feet wide. 

Some residents oppose the tank saying the aesthetics don't fit the neighborhood and are concerned that it would lead to property value decreases.  Aquarion plans to install fire hydrants in the area. 

Even though Old Green Road is not served by the company, homeowners could link to the water main at the residents' expense.