HA 1 to HB 431

Delaware House bill in Session 153.

Status: introduced. Latest action: June 24, 2026.

by deleting lines 4 through 7 in their entirety and inserting in lieu thereof following: “ (a) The composting of yard waste, food residuals, and other organic materials for commercial purposes must be allowed on private properties zoned for Agricultural Conservation, outside the growth zone, and consisting of 4 acres or more. (b) A county government may limit the square footage of activity allowed under subsection (a) of this section, but must allow for at least 5000 square feet. ”.

Bill ID DE-153-HA-1-TO-HB-431
Session 153
Status introduced
House introduced 2026-06-24
Summary

This Amendment allows for composting on private property zoned Agricultural Conservation outside of the growth zone. A county government may limit the permitted square footage, but must allow at least 5000 square feet.

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Date Event Detail
2026-06-24 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-06-24 Status introduced
2026-06-24 Latest Action Passed In House by Voice Vote
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