Delaware County 2035 is the Comprehensive Plan for Delaware County, PA and provides a policy framework for land use decisions in the County.

Delaware County 2035 consists of a central, Land Use Policy Framework Plan and a number of related, interconnected, but more detailed component plans. Some of these component plans – addressing additional planning-related elements within the County – have already been developed, others are currently underway, and more will be developed in the future, but all will use the same framework and build off of the Land Use policies laid out in the Framework Plan.

Questions about Delaware County 2035? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-52000 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

The Delaware County Planning Department conducts programs and initiatives to assist municipalities with sound planning practices.

The Department provides a variety of programs and initiatives to help municipalities plan for the future of their communities. Details on the variety of programs currently being conducted by the Planning Department are organized based on the following topic areas. These pages will provide you with more detail on the programs and initiatives in that area.

Questions about Programs and Initiatives? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County Planning provides professional planning services, including creating a comprehensive plan or zoning ordinance.

The Planning Department provides professional planning services to assist Delaware County’s communities address development and redevelopment issues. The Department’s expert staff and local understanding is available as a resource for municipalities. The Department provides a range of services from plans and implementation strategies, to assistance with obtaining funding.

Questions about Community Assistance? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County supports local stormwater and floodplain management through sound planning and technical assistance.

Stormwater and floodplain management are important for protecting the health and safety of the County’s municipalities from flooding and for the protection of water quality. Planning Department staff work closely with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and municipalities to undertake planning projects, provide model ordinances, and support local efforts to maintain compliance with federal and state regulatory programs.

Questions about Stormwater and Flooding Planning? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County is committed to planning and providing support for open space, trails, and the protection of natural resources.

Open spaces, parks and trails are essential elements of a vibrant and healthy community. A variety of recreational offerings that include active facilities (ball fields and playgrounds) and passive recreation (nature parks, hiking paths, and multi-use trails) provide spaces for exercise, socialization, and opportunities to connect with nature. As such, the Delaware County Planning Department has developed a number of plans and initiatives that support open space protection, development of trails, and conservation of our important natural resources.

Questions about Open Space, Trails, and Natural Features Planning? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County Planning is committed to increasing safety and enhancing mobility through a smarter, more efficient transportation network.

The Planning Department provides professional planning services to assist Delaware County’s municipalities in enhancing their transportation networks. As the liaison between PennDOT and Delaware County municipalities, the Department’s staff offers a range of services to identify capital projects and funding that foster greater economic development, mobility, and safety within our communities.

Questions about Transportation Infrastructure? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County Planning is committed to increasing safety and enhancing mobility through a smarter, more efficient transportation network.

The Planning Department provides professional planning services to assist Delaware County’s municipalities in enhancing their transportation networks. As the liaison between PennDOT and Delaware County municipalities, the Department’s staff offers a range of services to identify capital projects and funding that foster greater economic development, mobility, and safety within our communities.

Questions about Streets and Sidewalks? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Delaware County Planning works with municipalities and SEPTA to obtain the highest level of service and access to public transit in the region.

The Planning Department provides professional planning services to assist Delaware County’s municipalities identify community transit needs. As the liaison between SEPTA and Delaware County municipalities, the Department’s staff offers a range of services from identifying capital improvements to addressing access to transit.

Questions about Public Transit? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

The Planning Department provides preservation planning services to maintain the historic integrity of Delaware County communities.

Delaware County’s Historic Preservation Planners use strategic planning tools to protect the County’s historic, cultural, and archaeological resources. These efforts help enhance the character of our communities and generate economic vitality. The Planning Department also provides a wealth of files, survey information, and historical atlases to other agencies and the public at large.

Questions about Historic Preservation? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

Multi-institutional efforts supported by the staff of the Delaware County Planning Department.

Delaware County initiatives often evolve into broader efforts that are collaborative in nature. Stakeholders frequently include the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, municipalities, non-profits and citizens. The Planning Department currently supports the following Commissions and Task Forces.