Delaware bills · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026)
Delaware SB 87
AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 25 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO HOUSING.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Claire Snyder-Hall (Democratic)
- Eric Morrison (Democratic)
- Bryant L. Richardson (Republican)
- Bryan Townsend (Democratic)
- Josue O Ortega (Democratic)
- Melanie Ross Levin (Democratic)
- Ray Seigfried (Democratic)
- Kerri Evelyn Harris (Democratic)
- Russell Huxtable (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Delaware legislature· synopsis
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as in-law units or garage apartments, are valuable and convenient forms of housing that can help to increase Delaware’s housing supply. In order to expand affordable housing opportunities, this Act requires local governments to permit the construction of ADUs within their jurisdictions without prohibitive barriers or onerous application or zoning requirements.
This Act carries a 2/3 vote requirement as it may indirectly affect municipal charters.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- May 7, 2025 · Senate
Reported Out of Committee (Housing & Land Use) in Senate with 5 Favorable - May 7, 2025 · Senate
Amendment SA 1 to SB 87 - Introduced and Placed With Bill - Apr 3, 2025 · Senate
Introduced and Assigned to Housing & Land Use Committee in Senate