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Conditional Rezoning and Motel Conversion at 4118 Market Street

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Summary

An applicant proposed converting a 76-room motel into affordable studio apartments, offering 20 units as workforce housing. Despite staff's recommendation to deny due to a lack of on-site amenities, commissioners voted to recommend approval to quickly add needed housing.

At a glance

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Last discussed Mar 4, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Units will offer naturally affordable rental rates around $1,050 to $1,075 per month with utilities included.

✅Who benefits

Individuals seeking low-cost rental housing and studio apartments in Wilmington.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingMar 4, 2026

Planning Commission - Mar 4, 2026

An applicant proposed converting a 76-room motel into affordable studio apartments, offering 20 units as workforce housing. Despite staff's recommendation to deny due to a lack of on-site amenities, commissioners voted to recommend approval to quickly add needed housing.

Related development

denied

4118 Market Street Rezoning

Denial of the project halts plans to convert the motel into long-term efficiency apartments, leaving the site under its current commercial zoning and hospitality use.

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