Kent County is accepting Public Interest Forms for Opioid Abatement & Remediation funding now through April 24, 2026. Learn about eligibility, required steps, and how to apply on our OARS webpage. The OARS webpage can be found here.
Kent County Offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd in honor of Good Friday. Essential and emergency services will still be available. Regular hours will resume on Monday, April 6th.
The Sheriff's Office of Kent County would like to bring attention to another scam targeting residents. The caller, posing as a Kent County Sheriff's officer, will advise them that they missed a court date and are demanding that they pay preemptive bail or be imprisoned immediately.
Effective December 1, 2025: Lines and Grade Surveys are now required for development on lots smaller than one half acre. This includes additions affecting more than 500 square feet of impervious area. Click on Ordinance 25-25: Drainage Standards (PDF, 254KB)
You can apply online for building permits! It's easy, fast, and secure, and your information can be saved for convenience whenever using the services!
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