Application Process

The PLUS application form is fully online. As you fill it out, the form will dynamically adjust—displaying additional questions based on your responses. This helps reviewing agencies get a more complete picture of your project from the start.

Please note: The application does not save your progress if you close the browser or exit the form. Before beginning, we recommend having all necessary project information available so you can complete the application in one session.

Accessible Document Requirement

To comply with the Department of Justice final rule on Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability: Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities, all documents posted on the PLUS website must be accessible for individuals who use assistive technologies such as screen readers.

Documents that are not accessible may not be able to be posted on the PLUS website. Applicants are responsible for ensuring uploaded files meet accessibility standards.

Helpful resources for creating accessible documents:

• Delaware Government Information Center – Accessible PDFs Guide
• Adobe – Create and Verify PDF Accessibility

Once your application has been reviewed and approved to move forward in the PLUS process, you will receive email instructions from a member of the OSPC team on how to submit your supporting materials. Applicants will upload all relevant documents—such as site plans, reports, ordinances, the owner signature page, and any other required forms—via Dropbox to the Office of State Planning Coordination (OSPC).

While the Pre-Check is no longer required before submitting your application, we encourage you to use it as a planning tool.

This web-based map allows you to explore datasets that State Agencies consider when reviewing land use proposals. The output report can help you understand possible constraints or considerations—such as wetlands, environmental areas, or infrastructure impacts—before finalizing your site design.

If you choose to run a Pre-Check, the report can be submitted along with your application to help inform reviewers.

This tool helps you determine whether your project requires PLUS review, based on agreements between OSPC and local municipalities or counties. It considers factors like residential units, non-residential floor area, and other criteria. If no agreement exists, county rules apply. Even if your project isn’t required to come through PLUS, you’re still welcome to submit if you'd like feedback from agency experts. For questions, contact your local jurisdiction or the PLUS team using the info at the bottom of this page.