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Dover Local Incentives

First Time Homebuyer Transfer Tax Exemption
  • Transfer tax exemption for first time homebuyers if property is used as principal residence.
Tax Abatement for Owner Occupied Properties
  • 4-year property tax abatement as long as home is principal residence. The first year is a 100% tax reduction and is reduced 25% each subsequent year.
Waiver of Water/Sewer Fees
  • Applies to multi-story, mixed use; residential; office; and commercial uses.
Business License Fee Waiver
  • Waives business license fees for new businesses for three years.
Property Tax Abatement
  • 10-year abatement of City property tax on the value of improvements.
A home located in Dover, Delaware.
Transfer Tax Abatement for Businesses
  • 50% transfer tax rebate upon issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.
Facade Improvement Grants
  • Grants to offset the cost of facade improvements. From the Downtown Dover Partnership
Architectural Expense Reimbursement
  • Architectural support services up to $5,000 for new business or expansion

Website: City of Dover

Phone: (302) 736-7196