# Delaware Enacts Housing for Every Delawarean Act

Delaware has enacted the Housing for Every Delawarean Act (Senate Bill 23), mandating counties and municipalities to develop comprehensive affordable housing plans that guide zoning and land use decisions. This legislation requires local jurisdictions, including New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties, to implement zoning reforms and streamline approval processes to increase housing supply and diversity. The act creates new procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in housing development, urban planning, and technical assistance services to support local governments in meeting these planning requirements.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate increased demand for construction, planning, and consulting services related to affordable housing projects across Delaware's counties and municipalities.
- Local governments will require expertise in zoning reform implementation and streamlined permitting processes, opening avenues for specialized contractors.
- Organizations involved in housing development and related technical assistance can position themselves to support Delaware State Housing Authority and local agencies in executing these new mandates.
- This legislation signals a strategic shift toward coordinated, locally driven housing solutions, emphasizing balanced growth and economic opportunity enhancement.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** April 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA)
- Delaware Senate Housing and Land Use Committee
- New Castle County
- Kent County
- Sussex County

### Key Quotes
> It is up to all of us to solve the urgent housing problem, and this bill guarantees that local jurisdictions are part of the solution by requiring them to create land use plans that provide housing options for everyone.
> — Rachel Stucker, Executive Director of Housing Alliance Delaware

> There is no one way to address this issue, and we need to recognize that. What works in Wilmington to increase housing stock may not work in Georgetown.
> — Rep. Kendra Johnson

> By calling on our counties and municipalities to plan and zone with intent, to prioritize smart and balanced growth, we can strengthen our communities, improve economic opportunities, and boost our affordable and diverse housing options.
> — Sen. Russ Huxtable

### Sources
- [RELEASE: Huxtable introduces The Housing for Every Delawarean Act - Senate Democrats](https://senatedems.delaware.gov/2026/04/22/release-huxtable-introduces-the-housing-for-every-delawarean-act/) - DE