SB87

An Act To Amend Title 25 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Housing.

Introduced·4/3/25
Draft Text

Delaware SB87 amends Title 25 to require local governments to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right.

Delaware SB87 amends Title 25 of the Delaware Code to mandate that local governments permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by right. This means that within one year of the act's effective date, local governments must adopt ordinances allowing at least one ADU on any lot with a single-family dwelling. ADUs can be attached, detached, or within the primary dwelling and must be approved without requiring public hearings, variances, or special permits.

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Calendar

May 7, 2025

1:00 PM

Housing & Land Use

May 7, 2025

1:05 PM

Housing & Land Use

History

May 7, 2025

Senate

Amendment SA 1 to SB 87 - Introduced and Placed With Bill

May 7, 2025

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Housing & Land Use) in Senate with 5 Favorable

Apr 3, 2025

Senate

Introduced and Assigned to Housing & Land Use Committee in Senate