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Delaware County adopts new pond-management ordinance to regulate setbacks, maintenance and decommissioning
Delaware County Board of Commissioners · November 4, 2025
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Summary
The county adopted Ordinance 25-24 to govern pond construction, maintenance and decommissioning. Existing ponds were declared legally nonconforming but must meet maintenance standards; substantial expansions will trigger full compliance under the new rules.
Delaware County commissioners voted Nov. 3 to adopt Ordinance 25-24, a new county pond-management ordinance that sets standards for setbacks, depth, vegetation, inspections, decommissioning and enforcement.
Kylene (presenter) said the ordinance is intended "to regulate and promote safe development of ponds within the county…
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