Provider
County of Delaware
Application Deadline
Rolling Application
Summary
Funding is available to local municipal governments for the demolition of Blighted Properties which meet at least three of the 9 stated blight criteria.
Interested communities should review the Program Guidelines, found here. Applications can be accessed here.
Common Eligible Projects
Eligible costs may include demolition and related clearance activities that may include a determination of environmental hazards on the property and proper removal, testing and disposal of hazardous materials, utility disconnections, and demolition permits as well as any associated site restoration.
Welcome to the Planning Department
The Mission of the Delaware County Planning Department is to elevate quality of life, prosperity, and pride of place in Delaware County through innovative, sustainable, and equitable planning, and meaningful collaboration with communities, governments, and organizations. 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.
COUNTY PLANNING NEWS AND EVENTS
Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 15, 2026
Delaware County Primary Trail Network (PTN) Information Hub Launched
County's Newest Park "Delco Woods" has a Master Plan
Stay informed and up to date with the DCPD Grant Applications Dashboard!
Exploring grant applications submitted by the Planning Department just got easier with the DCPD Grant Applications Dashboard. This comprehensive dashboard provides a user-friendly interface, allowing users to access detailed information about grant applications, including their status and brief project descriptions. With the ability to filter applications by year submitted, status, funding program, and more, users can gain a comprehensive view of the applications submitted by the department.
CURRENT PROJECTS
- PADEP Air Quality Monitoring – Chester Area
- Chester Creek Trail - Phase Four Feasibility Study
- 1724 Chester Courthouse
- Park Master Planning Underway for Former Don Guanella Site
- Vision Zero Action Plan for Delaware County
- Chester Creek Trail Phase 2
UPCOMING FUNDING DEADLINES
May 20, 2026 - Visit Delco Tourism Grant Program
May 26, 2026 - Safe Streets for All (SS4A)
May 29, 2026 - Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP)
May 31, 2026 - Flood Mitigation Program (FMP)
May 31, 2026 - Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program (GTRP)
May 31, 2026 - Sewage Facilities Program (SFP)
May 31, 2026 - Watershed Restoration & Protection Program (WRPP)
June 22, 2026 - Growing Greener Plus
June 22, 2026 - Section 319 Nonpoint Source Management Grants
June 30, 2026 - Pennsylvania Infrastructure Bank (PIB)
July 31, 2026 - Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF)
August 21, 2026 - NEVI Community Charging
December 31, 2026 - Solar for Schools Grant Program
Rolling Applications:
Blighted Property Demolition Fund
Historical Marker Grant Programs
Peer and Circuit Rider Grant Programs
Pennsylvania First Program (PA First)
Statewide Waterway Access Grant (SWAG)
Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites Program (PA SITES)
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and Delaware County Government regulations and policies, the Planning Department, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering Department programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, and family/parental status.
