In accordance with the Delaware Coastal Zone Act (7 Del. C., Ch. 70), and the “Regulations Governing Delaware’s Coastal Zone,”  this notice is to announce that the Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control (DNREC) has made a decision regarding a Request for Status Decision from Delmarva Power and Light (applicant).  The applicant sought a decision as to whether they must apply for approval under the Coastal Zone Act to develop a satellite liquefied natural gas facility at their property on River Road in New Castle, Delaware.

In consideration of the applicant’s plans to develop a satellite liquefied natural gas facility, the Secretary has determined that the planned activity would not require a permit under the Coastal Zone Act.