The Delaware State Housing Authority has chosen eight municipalities and one county to participate in a pilot program aimed at modernizing local zoning laws. These communities will receive free professional consulting services to help create more diverse housing options and tackle affordability issues.
The Delaware State Housing Authority has selected nine local jurisdictions to participate in a new pilot initiative designed to overhaul zoning regulations and expand housing opportunities across the state.
Eight municipalities and one county will benefit from complimentary professional consulting services as part of this modernization effort, announced Thursday from Dover. The program aims to help these communities develop more diverse residential options while tackling ongoing housing affordability concerns.
Each selected jurisdiction will be paired with specialized planning consultants who will guide them through the process of updating their current zoning and land use regulations. The initiative represents a significant step toward addressing Delaware’s housing challenges at the local level.
The technical assistance program will focus on enabling communities to accommodate a broader range of housing types, potentially making homeownership and rental options more accessible to residents across different income levels.
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