Planning Department
The Delaware County Planning Department’s mission is to promote the sound development and redevelopment of the County through the application of contemporary planning principles and smart growth concepts, while maintaining and enhancing the cultural, economic, and environmental livability of the County. The future of Delaware County and our municipalities is critically important, and we hope to provide resources to support a bright future. Stay up to date with the latest planning news and funding opportunities in Delaware County by subscribing to our periodic email alerts here.
We are guided in this mission by Delaware County 2035, the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The Delaware County Planning Department conducts programs and initiatives to assist municipalities with sound planning practices. Delaware County Planning Department staff also support the Delaware County Planning Commission by managing the development review process and presenting their reviews to the Delaware County Planning Commission at its monthly meetings, where official recommendations are made.
Current Projects
Delaware County Open Space Program
Media-Smedley Connector Trail Feasibility Study
Newtown Township Zoning Task Force
Delaware County 2035 Housing Plan
Funding
November 30, 2019 - PECO Green Region Grant Program – 2019 Bonus Round
December 16, 2019 - DC Fast Charging and Hydrogen Fueling Grant Program
January 9, 2020 - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program