Milford, Del. — The Milford Board of Adjustment on Thursday granted approval for a density increase but denied a height variance for a proposed mixed-use project at 111 N. Walnut St. Zachary and Marissa King, developers behind 111 N. Walnut LLC, plan to build 16 one- and two-bedroom “micro” apartments at the vacant 0.09-acre site. They also intend to incorporate commercial spaces on the roof, first floor, and basement of the building. Despite mixed reactions from the public, the board approved the increase in density, allowing up to 178 dwelling units per acre, a significant jump from the current limit of 16. However, the request to build a 52-foot structure, exceeding the city’s 35-foot limit, was rejected. The Kings now plan to adjust the height and resubmit their proposal, with hopes of finding a compromise that maintains the project’s viability. They will also present a conditional-use application before the Planning Commission and City Council later this month.
