116 Railroad St, Milton, VT 05468

Old Towne Residential/Commercial District

The purpose of the Old Towne Residential/Commercial District is to foster the development of compact residential neighborhoods that offer a diversity of housing and high quality of life in the town core and support greater investment in the adjacent state-designated Village Center by: Accommodating limited and small-scale, creative economy businesses that will provide basic goods and services that residents in nearby neighborhoods can access by walking or biking.; Accommodating higher density residential infill in areas that are served by public infrastructure and transit, and that is close to schools, shopping, services and public recreation facilities.; Avoiding and mitigating potential conflicts between land uses so that the offsite impacts of nearby commercial uses do not adversely affect residents’ quality of life. ; Stabilizing existing residential neighborhoods, and retaining existing and creating additional owner-occupied housing and creating more housing opportunities through Accessory Dwelling Units and Upper Floor Residential.; Encouraging quality and efficient construction with durable, lowmaintenance materials and distinctive designs that are compatible with the historic character of the district and the adjoining Main Street corridor.