Delaware Code Title 16 Sec. 1009 – Construction
(a) All construction, whether new or renovation, must conform to the design and construction standards established by the Department.
(1) A “renovation” is:
a. The strengthening or upgrading of building elements, materials, equipment, or fixtures that does not result in a reconfiguration of the building spaces within; or
b. Any reconfiguration of a space that affects an exit, a corridor, or any component of a means of egress; or
c. Work that changes the current designated purpose or occupancy classification of a building space.
(2) Cosmetic changes such as repainting or changing carpeting are not considered renovations.
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 16 Sec. 1009
- hospital: means a health-care organization that has a governing body, an organized medical and professional staff, and inpatient facilities, and provides either medical diagnosis, treatment and care, nursing and related services for ill and injured patients, or rehabilitation services for the rehabilitation of ill, injured or disabled patients 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and primarily engaged in providing inpatient services. See Delaware Code Title 16 Sec. 1001
(b) When a hospital plans to construct or renovate any buildings or spaces within a building, 2 copies of properly-prepared plans and specifications for the entire project shall be submitted to the Department.
(c) An approval, in writing, shall be obtained from the Department before construction or renovation work is begun.
(d) Hospitals wishing to construct or renovate must apply to the Department and submit the appropriate fee for approval. The fee structure for plan review shall be as follows:
New Construction
| Square footage | Fee |
| 10,000 or less | $250 |
| 10,001-20,000 | $300 |
| 20,001-30,000 | $350 |
| 30,001-40,000 | $400 |
| 40,001-50,000 | $450 |
| 50,001-above | $500 |