New Castle County, DE local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Delaware landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Rental housing covered by this code must be registered, licensed or permitted. |
| Rental inspections | Rental units covered by this code are subject to inspection. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Rental housing covered by this code must be registered, licensed or permitted. The code states: "All new rental units shall be registered within ten (10) days of the date the property is first used as a rental unit" (§ 19.03.001).
Verified Source: New Castle County Code of Ordinances § 19.03.001 · last checked 2026-10-16
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Rental units covered by this code are subject to inspection. The code states: "The County shall have the right to inspect all rental units on a complaint basis" (§ 19.03.002).
Verified Source: New Castle County Code of Ordinances § 19.03.002 · last checked 2026-10-16
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