Serving Kent County With Pride!

Phone: 302-744-2346 

Clerk@kentcountyde.gov

The Clerk of the Peace witnesses County documents; attends all formal Levy Court Meetings; records all acts as custodian for the Minutes of the Levy Court Meetings; advertises and posts County ordinances; countersigns warrants drawn on County funds. Issues marriage licenses; and performs marriage ceremonies.

(** Licenses are issued between the hours of 8:00am - 4:15pm M-F)

Phone: 302-744-2451

Inspections@kentcountyde.gov

Kent County Online Mapping

Kent County Permit Application

Listed below are the types of permits required in the jurisdiction of Kent County.  Please contact our office, if your project is not listed below.

Manufactured Homes

• Placements
• Replacements
• Removals
• Retirements

Phone: 302-744-2445

Inspections@kentcountyde.gov

Kent County Property Complaints

The mission of the Inspections and Enforcement Division is to ensure the quality of life for the citizens of Kent County through the enforcement of all County and State mandated codes to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.

Phone:302-744-2430

publicworks@kentcountyde.gov

The Department of Public Works is responsible for Wastewater Management, Trash and Garbage services for greater Kent County. 

302-744-2495

ParksRec@kentcountyde.gov

1683 New Burton Road, Dover, DE 19904

Kent County Parks and Recreation is a division of the Community Services Department of Kent County Levy Court.

How to use the Kent County Recreation Center

DROP-IN PROGRAMS

A valid "Drop-In Punch Card" is required to participate in any Drop-In program at the Kent County Recreation Center. Punch Cards can be purchased at the Rec Center office Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM using CASH, or CREDIT CARD. Cards may also be purchased after 5 PM weekdays, and on weekends, with the following restrictions: Limit of 2 per purchasers, CASH ONLY transaction (no bills greater than $20 will be accepted). Cards are $20 each and are good for 10 individual sessions of any drop-in program. A registration form must be filled out with EACH purchase.

PRE-REGISTERED PROGRAMS

Community recreation programming is available for pre-registration on a daily basis. These programs are advertised in the quarterly brochure sent out by Kent County Levy Court. Pre-registration can be made in the office Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM using cash, check, or credit card. Please register online through CivicRec.

Kent County Parks Map(PDF, 1MB)

Kent County Recreation Center Schedule August 2023(PDF, 229KB)

Phone: 302-744-1919

KCPL@kentcountyde.gov

497 South Red Haven Lane, Dover, DE 19901

Kent County Public Library's hours of operation are weekdays, 9 am-8 pm, and weekends 1 pm-5 pm.

August 2023 Schedule of Events(PDF, 228KB)

Mobile Library ("Bookmobile") 2023 Schedule

302-744-2315

recorder@kentcountyde.gov

The mission of the recorder of Deeds is to serve the people of Kent County by promptly and correctly recording and indexing property documents, courteously responding to requests for information, and collecting and accounting for appropriate fees and taxes. The Recorder of Deeds uses property records industry best practices to make property transactions faster, safer, and more convenient for everyone.

Kent County Deeds Records Search

Phone: 302-744-2330

registrar@kentcountyde.gov

The Registrar of Wills Office records wills after death and other documents pertaining to estate matters in Kent County, Delaware. The Office is responsible for overseeing the appointments of personal representatives and for administering estate proceedings. This office is also held accountable for making sure that the estate is in compliance with the Delaware law and Kent County policies. All estate matters are maintained as permanent records.

HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

Appointments are necessary to open an estate, and to close the estate. You may call (302) 744-2330 to schedule an appointment.

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

For Estate openings - you will need to bring with you:

• Original Will; if one exists
• Original Death Certificate
• List of assets solely owned by decedent with estimated values as of date of death.
• estimated value of Real Estate solely owned by decedent as of date of death.
• list of decedent's next of kin stating their full name, relationship and address including zip code.

For Reviewing the Inventory- Refer to the Inventory Instructions Manual.

• For reviewing the decedent inventory form refer to the inventory instruction manual found in the forms link above or as provided to you by the office staff.

For Closing an Estate- Refer to the last page of the Inventory Instructions Manual. 

Phone: 302-736-2161

Sheriff@kentcountyde.gov

The function of the Sheriff's Office is to service the Citizens of Kent County by performing many functions for the State of Delaware Courts (Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, U.S. District Court and the Court of Chancery). The Sheriff's Office serves legal notices to include (subpoenas, levies, summons, etc.) Additionally, the Sheriff's Office auctions real estate in accordance with the Delaware Code.

Ken Decker, County Administrator

Phone: 302-744-2305

admin@kentcountyde.gov

The Kent County Department of Administration consists of the County Administrator's Office, Economic Development Office, Information Technology Office, Personnel Office, and Facilities Managment Division. These offices support the seven elected Levy Court Commissioners as well as other County departments and elected County offices by administering all County functions relating to employees and infrastructure.

The Department of Administration is headed by the County Administrator who is the chief appointed officer of the County. His duties include advising Levy Court Commissioners on issues affecting Kent County and managing the day to day operations of county government. The County Administrator supervises all appointed department managers, provides direct oversight for the Information Technology, Economic Development, and Personnel offices, and coordinates the activities of all departments on behalf of Levy Court.

The Department of Administration provides for the security and general maintenance of all County buildings.

For Media Inquires call: 302-744-2304