Wetlands and floodplain waivers for subdivisions and state facilities
Summary
The Guard needed permission to fill about 2.9 acres of non-jurisdictional wetlands to build a stormwater pond for a future Readiness Center. After engineers worked with county staff to resolve concerns, the waiver passed unanimously, with higher-quality wetlands on the site preserved.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
The National Guard estimates moving the stormwater pond to higher ground will add roughly $100,000 to the project.
The Delaware Army National Guard and the community that will host the new Readiness Center.
The National Guard project faces delays and added costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Regional Planning Commission Business Meeting - Feb 12, 2026
The Guard needed permission to fill about 2.9 acres of non-jurisdictional wetlands to build a stormwater pond for a future Readiness Center. After engineers worked with county staff to resolve concerns, the waiver passed unanimously, with higher-quality wetlands on the site preserved.
Regional Planning Commission Business Meeting - Jan 15, 2026
Commissioners made clear they hold wetlands protections sacred, pushing back on the National Guard's concept-level wetland fill request. The debate shows the county's strict approach to wetlands even for major public projects.
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