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Sussex County Summit Discusses Infrastructure and Development Bill SB 23

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 14
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At the inaugural Sussex County Economic and Legislative Summit, attendees discussed affordable housing options and rapid development across Sussex County. Preston Schell, CEO of OA Companies, explained that Senate Bill 23 removes the requirement for a public hearing on code applications, even if the application includes a subdivision. Senator Brian Pettyjohn noted that infrastructure also encompasses rural health transformation projects.

From wmdt.com

Why it matters

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The discussion highlighted the need for broader infrastructure planning, including healthcare, to support growth. Senate Bill 23 aims to accelerate development by streamlining the permitting process for new housing and community projects in the county.

Local governments in Sussex County are proposing projects, which has led to a lawsuit filed by the Home Builders Association over fee structures. Developers are also appealing local government decisions in Lewes and Sussex County to the state court regarding infrastructure projects.

From wmdt.com

Who's involved

  • Sussex CountyCounty where the legislative summit was held and where development is occurring
  • LewesCity where developers are appealing local government decisions regarding infrastructure

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • DelawareSpeculative

    The state's regulatory environment could influence investment decisions in the real estate sector.

  • Sussex CountySpeculative

    The county's regulatory standing might accelerate housing project sales due to changes in development requirements.

  • county councilSpeculative

    The county council's costs associated with public hearings could be altered by the new legislation.

  • LewesSpeculative

    Local permitting costs for developers in Lewes may change as the locality implements the new state bill.

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Local governments in Sussex County are proposing projects, leading to a lawsuit filed by the Home Builders Association over the fee structure. All 2 developments

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