Kent County Delaware Building Permit Guide

Kent County homeowners should check MyGovernmentOnline, adopted code guidance, floodplain rules, plot plan requirements, and municipal approvals before starting construction, additions, demolition, or renovation.

Permit takeaway

Kent County describes a building permit as formal permission to begin construction, demolition, addition, or renovation, with applications available through MyGovernmentOnline.

Zoning and placement

Projects inside town limits may require written approval from the town zoning official, and several permits require plot plans to verify property-line and encroachment issues.

Building and trade review

Kent County notes that permits are required for any work in flood plain areas and that lines and grade surveys apply to certain development on lots smaller than one half acre.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the property is in a town, flood plain, small lot, sewer service area, or if the project includes an addition, renovation, demolition, deck, shed, pool, or garage.

Documents to prepare

• MyGovernmentOnline account
• Building permit application
• Plot plan
• Town zoning approval when applicable
• Floodplain or drainage information when applicable

Inspection planning

• Confirm municipal approval
• Apply through MyGovernmentOnline
• Prepare plot plan information
• Coordinate state trade permits
• Schedule required county inspections

Official sources

• Kent County Building Permits
• Kent County Permits and Licenses
• Kent County Permits Building and Sewer

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.