The Planning and Zoning Department oversees the application process and execution of all land use applications for properties within the City limits. 

The department consists of the City Planner, Mr. Gary Norris, AICP, and the Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Christine Crouch.  If you have a question about how to submit a land use application and what paperwork is required, please contact Mrs. Crouch.

Gary J. Norris, AICP, gnorris@milford-de.gov

Christine R. Crouch, ccrouch@milford-de.gov 
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Pedestrian/Bicycle Plan

The City of Milford is drafting a PED/Bike Plan for our area.  Please complete a survey and return it to City Hall.  We look forward to your responses.

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Comprehensive Plan is Certified

The City of Milford is pleased to inform it's residents our 2008 Comprehensive Plan has been certified by Governor Jack Markell.  Click here to see his letter to the City.

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Application Deadline

The deadline for land use applications is the first of each month, effective November 20, 2008.  If the first of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, applications are due by the close of business the work day immediately preceding the weekend or holiday.

Once a project has been reviewed and satisfactorily responded to all DAC comments, if applicable, it will then be scheduled to be heard by the Planning Commission.  Upon a favorable review of the Planning Commission, the project will be scheduled to be heard by City Council, if applicable. 

If you have any questions regarding this review scheduling, please contact the Planning Department at (302) 424-3712.

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Be Prepared

Unsure how to prepare for and present information to the Commission?  Element from Lewes, DE presented a power point presentation at the March 2009 hearing that impressed the Commission so much, they sought and received permission for the City to use it as an example for others.  See for yourself...

Example 

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Projects Before the Commission

2009 Planning Commission Activities