Connecticut Administrative Code Section 23-4-1
Although not explicitly stated in the rules, State Park Rules in Connecticut prohibit the use of drones at Connecticut State Parks, State Forest, or other lands under the control of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Under State Park rules, any activity that can disturb wildlife, be potentially hazardous, or generates noise is prohibited.
Ref Administrative Code Sec. 23.4.1
Senate Bill 975 (2017)
No municipality shall enact a regulation on the ownership, purchase, use, or sale of any commercial unmanned aircraft except for municipalities that are also water companies. In such case, ordinances that prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft over public water supply can be implemented.
Connecticut State Pre-emptions
Connecticut State Legislature maintains pre-emption for all rules and regulations that concern recreational and
commercial drone use.
Connecticut State Parks
Prohibits the use of drones at Connecticut State Parks, State Forest, or other lands under the control of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection unless authorized by the Commissioner in a Special Use License.
