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SJR 4

DIRECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL TO COMMISSION AN ARCHITECTURAL STUDY OF KINGSTON-UPON HULL.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 9 co-sponsors

Delaware directs DNREC to commission an architectural study of Kingston-upon-Hull to assess preservation and redevelopment possibilities for this historic site.

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Bill Summary · SJR 4

Legislative bill overview

SJR 4 directs Delaware's Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) to commission an architectural study of Kingston-upon-Hull, a historic site in Delaware. The study would assess the structure's current condition, historical significance, and potential preservation or redevelopment options.

Why is this important

Kingston-upon-Hull appears to be a site of cultural or historical interest to Delaware, and commissioning a professional architectural assessment is typically the first step toward informed decision-making about preservation versus redevelopment. This type of study provides objective data that can guide future public and private investment decisions while potentially protecting important historical assets.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding: The bill directs DNREC to "commission" a study but doesn't specify appropriated funding, raising questions about whether existing budgets will absorb this cost or if additional resources are needed
  • Unclear outcome: The resolution doesn't specify what DNREC should do with the study results—whether recommendations are binding, advisory, or simply informational
  • Limited legislative scope: A joint resolution directing a study is relatively narrow; critics might question whether this warrants full legislative action versus agency initiative or private funding

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

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