Governor Meyer Announces Launch of JobsFirst Permitting Accelerator

Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the launch of Delaware's new Permitting Accelerator applications under his JobsFirst initiative. JobsFirst is designed to cut red tape, speed up critical projects, and deliver results for Delaware families and businesses.

The accelerator, focused on priority projects in housing, energy, broadband, and infrastructure, is beginning the process of creating a faster, more coordinated permitting process, without compromising environmental protections or public input.

"JobsFirst is focused on delivering affordable homes, affordable energy, accessible healthcare, and lowering costs across the board," said Governor Meyer. "This is about getting agencies to work together, cutting unnecessary delays, and making sure projects that benefit our communities don't get lost in a broken permitting system. Because when projects stall, we don't build enough housing, we don't bring enough energy online, and we don't make Delaware a more affordable place to live and work."

Through the Accelerator, created under Executive Order 18 priority projects will receive a single point of contact within state government, coordinated interagency review on a shared timeline, and clear, transparent information sharing with accountability deadlines. A new public dashboard will also allow Delawareans to track project progress in real time, ensuring transparency and accountability at every step.

JobsFirst is focused on delivering faster decisions while maintaining the standards that protect Delaware's communities, environment, and public health.

For more information or to apply for JobsFirst Priority Project designation, visit DE.gov/jobsfirst