Delaware · 153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 87: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 25 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO HOUSING.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 87 is a bill introduced in the Delaware Senate on April 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 25 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO HOUSING. Primary sponsor: Russ Huxtable (Democratic), Kerri Harris (Democratic), Kendra Johnson (Democratic). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 7, 2025): Reported Out of Committee (Housing & Land Use) in Senate with 5 Favorable.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as in-law units or garage apartments, are valuable and convenient forms of housing that can help to increase Delaware’s housing supply. In order to expand affordable housing opportunities, this Act requires local governments to permit the construction of ADUs within their jurisdictions without prohibitive barriers or onerous application or zoning requirements. This Act carries a 2/3 vote requirement as it may indirectly affect municipal charters.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russ Huxtable | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Kerri Harris | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Kendra Johnson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5 |
| Frank Burns | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 21 |
| Stephanie Hansen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Tizzy Lockman | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Eric Morrison | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Claire Snyder-Hall | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Bryan Townsend | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported Out of Committee (Housing & Land Use) in Senate with 5 Favorable
- Amendment SA 1 to SB 87 - Introduced and Placed With Bill
- Introduced and Assigned to Housing & Land Use Committee in Senate