Building requirements are established through federal, state, and local codes and regulations. Please see the links below for information. Many of the sites provide contact information so that builders can call for help in understanding the requirements.

Federal Resources – Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

• What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? (FAQ on this site)
• ADA Standards for Accessible Design
• ADA Information Line
• ADA Technical Assistance Publications
• Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

State Resources

• Delaware Office of State Planning Coordination
• Delaware Architectural Accessibility Act
• Delaware Architectural Accessibility Standards
• Delaware Architectural Accessibility Board (AAB)

Local Resources

• New Castle County
  • New Castle County Building Code
  • Additional New Castle County Building Code Information
• Kent County Building Code
  • Kent County Building Code​
  • Additional Kent County Building Code Information
• Sussex County Building Code
  • Sussex County Building Code
  • Additional Sussex County Building Code Information

Additional Resources

• ADA Standards for Accessible Design Fact Sheet – University of Kansas Research and Training Center on Independent Living
• Delaware Health and Social Services Facilities and Physical Accessibility Information