Why localities will stop public hearings for some developments under SB23
A new law limiting public hearings for some developments has sparked a backlash. But why did Delaware hold formal meetings for by-right projects to begin with?
Delaware Explained: Sussex County land use reforms
Sussex County Council will soon consider a potential roadmap for addressing the effects of development in the region. But what does that roadmap actually say?
Project Washington pulls appeal, data center won’t proceed under current plan
Plans for a massive data center to be built near Delaware City appear to be at a dead end, at least in their current form.
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Housing Summarized
Here’s what to know: One major issue is the lack of affordable housing in Sussex County. A working group is considering changes to a rental program to incentivize developers to build more affordable units. The proposed reforms include raising rent caps and lowering the required percentage of affordable units in new developments to attract more builders.
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Delaware General Assembly roundup: Housing reforms
Lawmakers took steps this past legislative session to address the state’s shortage of affordable housing, despite pushback from localities.
Home Rule Summarized
Here’s what to know: There is tension between state lawmakers and local governments over “home rule” and who has authority over land use decisions. The state legislature has passed bills that override local government authority, particularly concerning the location of recreational marijuana dispensaries and permits for renewable energy projects.
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Sussex County to consider easing recreational marijuana zoning restrictions
Sussex County Council will consider easing its restrictions on recreational marijuana sales, some of the toughest in the state, after county officials were nudged by Gov. Matt Meyer.
Energy Summarized
Here’s what to know: Our reporting covers the ongoing debate and legal battles surrounding a planned offshore wind farm off the Delaware-Maryland coast. This includes the Trump administration’s intent to revoke federal approval for the project and a new state law that will override Sussex County’s previous denial of a land-use permit for an electrical substation needed for the wind farm.
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Bills would require, incentivize Delaware data centers to bring their own power
Delaware legislators are scrambling to address concerns about data centers raising residents’ energy bills before the legislative session ends.
