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The Board of Adjustment considers applications for variances and special exceptions from the requirements of theDelaware City Code relating to land use. The Board also hears appeals of code interpretations and administrative decisions by the City Manager relating to the zoning code and land use. Meetings of the Board usually consist of a Public Hearing followed by a business meeting at which decisions are rendered. The Board produces a written decision for each application or appeal heard.

The Board of Adjustment meets on an as-needed basis, after public notice. Meetings are generally held at 7:00 P.M. in Mayor & Council Chambers at Town Hall, 407 Clinton Street, unless otherwise posted.

The Board is established under Chapter 46, Article XIII of the Delaware City Code and consists of three members. The members of the Board are the City Engineer, the City Solicitor, and the Mayor. If there is no City Engineer, a resident of Delaware City may be appointed by Mayor & Council.

The current members of the Board of Adjustment are:

Cordelia W. Bennett, Mayor
Daniel R. Losco, City Solicitor
Carol Stewart, Resident