East Hartford Freightliner Plans Facility Expansion
A proposed 55,000-square-foot expansion at 199 Roberts St. aims to increase capacity for truck repairs and parts storage.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Trucks
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Freightliner of Hartford has submitted a site plan modification to add 54,960 square feet to its existing commercial truck facility. The expansion project is scheduled for review by the East Hartford Planning and Zoning Commission on October 14, 2026.
Why it matters
The proposal aims to scale up local operations for truck maintenance, parts sales, and storage, potentially impacting service availability in the region. The project also introduces new site infrastructure, including expanded parking and electric vehicle charging capacity.
The expansion will bring the total facility size to 75,889 square feet. The plan also proposes adding 82 parking spaces for a total of 138, including 9 dedicated electric vehicle charging stations.
The players
Freightliner of Hartford
A commercial truck dealership and service center operating at 199 Roberts St. in East Hartford.
East Hartford Planning and Zoning Commission
The municipal authority responsible for reviewing and approving major site plan modifications and land use developments.
Borghesi Building & Engineering Co.
The engineering and construction firm managing the application and site development plans for the truck facility.
The details
The project, filed by Borghesi Building & Engineering Co., involves extensive site work including construction of new building space, landscaping, and sidewalk improvements. Additionally, crews will need to install new stormwater drainage infrastructure to address technical concerns raised by town engineering staff during the initial review.
Timeline
October 14, 2026: The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the proposed site plan expansion.
The Home Front
This development follows a trend of upgrading commercial infrastructure to support regional logistics and fleet maintenance. The project must meet strict municipal drainage and environmental standards to proceed within the existing East Hartford zoning framework.
Local residents living near 199 Roberts St. should monitor the upcoming commission review for details on potential construction timelines and local traffic management plans. Homeowners interested in the project can verify the status of the site plan modification through the East Hartford municipal portal.
The takeaway
The proposed expansion aims to modernize the local dealership to better support heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and regional parts storage. Residents can follow the October 14, 2026, commission meeting to understand how the proposed stormwater and parking changes will integrate into the existing streetscape.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in local freight infrastructure in the Trucks section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Hartford Business Journal.
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