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DELAWARE OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS REBATE PROGRAM

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:25 AM

DOVER, DELAWARE – Delaware is opening its latest funding round for large projects seeking support through the Downtown Development Districts Rebate Program. According to information released by the Delaware State Housing Authority, the program is now accepting applications for 2026. The initiative… The post DELAWARE OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS REBATE PROGRAM appeared first on TV Delmarva Channel 33.

DOVER, DELAWARE – Delaware is opening its latest funding round for large projects seeking support through the Downtown Development Districts Rebate Program.
According to information released by the Delaware State Housing Authority, the program is now accepting applications for 2026. The initiative is designed to encourage private investment, support job growth, strengthen commercial areas, and bolster neighborhood stability across designated downtown districts. 12 communities are currently eligible: New Castle, Clayton, Delaware City, Dover, Georgetown, Harrington, Laurel, Middletown, Milford, Seaford, Smyrna, and Wilmington.
The state reports that about $3.5 million is available for large project reservations in this round. To qualify, applicants must make a real property investment of more than $350,000 in commercial, industrial, residential, or mixed use buildings and meet additional requirements. Applications are due by 3 p.m. on February 26, 2026. The housing authority states the program continues to draw significant private capital into downtown areas. The agency notes that competition is expected to exceed available funding. Reservations will be awarded based on criteria set forth in program guidelines, and DSHA cannot guarantee approval or full rebate amounts.
The General Assembly created the program in 2014. Since then, the state says $39.2 million in rebates have leveraged $574.7 million in private investment across the twelve districts. More information on the program and application steps is available at destatehousing.com/build/ddd-program/.

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