Upcoming Events
All events and meetings are open to the public and are generally held on the first Tuesday of the month unless otherwise noted.
| May 2, 2026 | Heritage Commission Awards Ceremony- Redwood Community Center, Upland County Park, 1-4 pm |
| June 2, 2026 | Visit to Chester Heights Camp Meeting (Invitation only) |
| No meetings July or August | |
| September 1, 2026 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| October 6, 2026 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| November 4, 2026 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom (Wednesday because of Election Day on November 3) |
| December 2026 | Holiday Reception, TBD (Invitation only) |
| January 5, 2027 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| February 2, 2027 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| March 2, 2027 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| April 6, 2027 | Heritage Commission Meeting, 7 pm, Zoom |
| May 2027 | Heritage Commission Awards Ceremony- Redwood Community Center, Upland County Park |
| June, 2027 | Visit to historic site, TBD |
| No meetings July or August | |
| If you would like to attend a meeting, please email DelawareCountyHeritage@co.delaware.pa.us. | |
On August 21, 2018, at the Water’s Edge Banquet Room at the Ridley Marina, the Delaware County Planning Department hosted a Flood Resiliency Workshop. This event brought together a variety of speakers including representatives from several local, state, and federal organizations, including the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, Delaware County Planning Department staff, and Delaware County Conservation District. Topics discussed included impacts of climate change on flooding, floodplain ordinances and permitting, use of FEMA’s Map Service Center, and how to use the County Hazard Mitigation plan when applying for hazard mitigation grants. Presentation materials and handouts can be found below.
Ed Magargee, Delaware County Conservation District:
Amy Verbofsky and Melissa Andrews, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission
Mari Radford, Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Flood Risk Products Powerpoint
- Implementing and Enforcing Your Floodplain Ordinance Powerpoint
- Moody’s Report, November 2017
- Natural Hazard Mitigation Saves Fact Sheet
- Protecting Your Home Pamphlet
Other Resources
Additional public educational materials are available upon request from the Delaware County Planning Department and FEMA.
Questions about Floodplain Management? Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.
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.
| I Am interested in… |
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| Obtaining Community Assistance for my municipality |
| Learning about Stormwater and Flooding programs |
| Finding out about Open Space, Trails, and Natural Resources |
| Learning about Transportation Infrastructure initiatives |
| Finding out about Public Transit initiatives |
| Learning more about Historic Preservation programs |
| Finding out about other Commissions and Task Forces |
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.
| I am interested in... |
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| Updating a comprehensive plan |
| Updating a zoning ordinance |
| Creating a revitalization/redevelopment plan |
| Studying the feasibility of a project |
| Creating an open space and recreation plan |
| Finding Funding or Writing a Grant |
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.
| I am interested in... |
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| Stormwater Management |
| Floodplain Management |
| Exploring Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) in Delware County * |
| Finding Funding or Writing a Grant |
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.
| I am interested in... |
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| Open Space, Recreation, and Trail Planning |
| Natural Resource Protection |
| Rivers Initiatives |
| Land Stewardship Assistance |
| Finding Funding or Writing a Grant |
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.
| I am interested in... |
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| Developing a Transit Master Plan |
| View Interactive Transit Application of Delaware County* |
| Creating Safe Routes to Train or Trolley Stations |
| Conducting a Transit Service Assessment |
| Conducting a Travel Survey |
| Viewing routes and guide information on our transit map |
| Installing Attractive and Functional Bus Stop Shelters |
| Planning your transit trip on SEPTA |
| Finding Funding or Writing a Grant |