With engineering studies still underway, the Marion Zoning Board of Appeals postponed its decision on whether or not to allow Bay Watch Realty to build a 96-unit affordable housing development in town.

On Thursday, May 31, the board said they would next meet with representatives from Bay Watch Realty on June 14, and render their decision at that time.

Bay Watch Realty has proposed to build the development on Route 105, just north of Route 6. The development would include 60 apartments to be rented to tenants who meet income qualifications, and 36 single-family homes for sale at market-value.

The developers are seeking to build the housing complex under the state’s “40B” affordable housing law, which would allow Bay Watch Realty to avoid local zoning restrictions if a number of housing units are sold or rented at below-market costs to people who meet the income requirements.

In April, Ken Steen, a representative from Bay Watch Realty said he was hopeful the board would render a decision soon.

“I think we got through most of the issues at this point,” Steen said. “We’re pretty close.”