Sussex County Council did not vote on a proposal for a temporary moratorium on certain cluster subdivisions in rural areas. Supporters believe it represents smart growth, while opponents fear worsening the housing shortage.

Sussex County Habitat for Humanity celebrated a milestone Tuesday, dedicating the fifth house in its Milford Homeownership Project. 

Matt Meyer signed an order to speed up state permits for housing, energy, broadband and water projects while keeping current safety and environmental rules.

The American Red Cross had opened two shelters in Delaware as a result of winter weather across the state. The shelter in Dover closed at 11:30 a.m. and the one in Georgetown closed at 1:30 p.m.

Sussex County Council approved a zoning change for the Crosswinds Landing residential development in Selbyville. The project by Crosswinds Landing LLC includes 352 dwellings and 18 acres of open space across 183 acres.

Gov. Matt Meyer released his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2027, outlining spending plans that focus on education, housing, healthcare and economic development.

As a winter storm blankets the area in snow and bitter cold, several local organizations in Sussex County are providing emergency shelter to people without housing.

Sussex County Habitat for Humanity received $1.5 million to expand its Healthy Homes repair program for low-income homeowners.

Public comment has closed on the proposed Cool Spring Crossing development, and Sussex County Council could decide next year whether to rezone land for the mixed-use project.