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SB 176

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 9 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO BUILDING PERMIT FEES.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 7 co-sponsors

Delaware amends building permit fee calculations in Title 9, signed into law, affecting construction costs and municipal revenues statewide.

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Bill Summary · SB 176

Legislative bill overview

SB 176 amends Delaware's building code (Title 9) to modify how building permit fees are calculated and assessed. The bill passed both chambers with strong bipartisan support and was signed into law in September 2025, indicating consensus on its provisions.

Why is this important

Building permit fees directly affect housing affordability, construction timelines, and municipal revenues. Changes to fee structures can either reduce barriers to new construction and renovations or shift costs between homeowners, developers, and local governments. This bill affects anyone planning to build or renovate in Delaware.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee structure impact: Depending on whether fees increased or decreased, the change may burden property owners or reduce municipal funding for permitting departments
  • Construction industry effects: Developers may face different cost calculations, potentially affecting housing supply and affordability
  • Municipal revenue: Cities and counties relying on permit fee revenue may experience budget implications if fees were reduced

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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