The DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation will conduct a public hearing on proposed amendments to the State Parks regulations (Docket #2025-R-P-0017). Public comment period open through Aug. 20, 2026.
For audio-only, call 1-309-205-3325 and use Meeting ID 892 7738 9404 and Passcode 497132.
Language assistance is available by request within 10 business days of the hearing.
Closed-captioning is available via the ZOOM virtual meeting tool.
The proposed changes to the Regulations Governing State Parks (7 DE Admin. Code 9201) include clearer formatting, updated definitions and several rule updates. Key changes address:
For additional information or to view the proposed amendments, visit the Delaware Register of Regulations, beginning July 1, 2026. For any questions or to view the proposed amendments, in person, by appointment-only, contact Kristie Wyatt, at Division of Parks and Recreation, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, Delaware 19901, via phone at 302-739-9192 or by email at Kristie.Wyatt@delaware.gov.
The Department will accept public comment through Aug. 20, 2026. Comments will be accepted in written form via email to DNRECHearingComments@delaware.gov, using the online form at de.gov/dnreccomments, or by U.S. mail to the address on this page.
Public Hearing Officer: Lisa Vest
DNREC Office of the Secretary
89 Kings Highway
Dover, DE 19901
DNREC Start Action Notice: SAN 2025-09
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