Delaware bill targets affordable housing shortage, draws local opposition

Affordable housing bill is the latest front in Delaware's local control debate

Why Should Delaware Care?Housing costs are rising in Delaware, leading to strained budgets, longer commutes and an increase in the homeless population. A new bill attempts to fix the problem by imposing stricter requirements on municipalities’ zoning codes, which opponents argue takes away localities’ ability to control their own land use rules.  A new bill meant to address Delaware’s affordable housing shortage is already facing steep oppositio…

Delaware bill targets affordable housing shortage, draws local opposition

Delaware lawmakers are advancing a wide-ranging housing bill aimed at expanding affordable housing opportunities statewide, though municipal leaders are raising concerns about potential impacts on local control over zoning and land-use decisions.