Commission Orders
Commission Orders by date signed 2016 and later can be found using our Delafile e-filing system 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 All orders and case related documents are available for review by appointment at the Commission Office in Dover, Delaware, or at the Office of the Public Advocate in […]
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Attorneys who are not members of the Delaware Bar may be permitted to appear pro hac vice before the Commission in accordance with Rule 72 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of Delaware. A motion for such admission shall be made by a member of Delaware Bar in a form complying with Official Form […]
Read MoreWastewater Regulation
Table of Contents Role of the Commission Regulated Utilities Consumer Information Important or Pending Cases at the Commission Role of the Commission On July 6, 2004, legislation was enacted by the Delaware General Assembly, found at 74 Delaware Laws, Chapter 317, which granted the Commission jurisdiction to regulate non-governmental wastewater utilities having fifty or more […]
Read MoreTelecommunications Regulation
Table of Contents Role of the Commission Consumer Information Important or Pending Cases at the Commission Local, Regional, and National Issues Get Connected, Stay Connected! The Lifeline and Link-Up Assistance programs are funded through the federal Universal Service Fund. Under the Lifeline program, telephone customers who participate or are eligible for certain public assistance programs […]
Read MoreRenewable Energy
Prior Dockets: PSC Docket No. 14-41 (Filed on January 27, 2014) – Delmarva Power & Light filed an application Opens in new window and it’s report Opens in new window in support of the application with the Commission for approval of the 2014 Program for the Procurement of Solar Renewable Credits. On February 20, 2014 […]
Read MoreNatural Gas Regulation
Table of Content Role of the Commission The Delaware Public Service Commission regulates only the distribution of natural gas to Delaware consumers. The delivery and administrative costs associated with natural gas distribution are determined in base rate proceedings before the Commission. The recovery of costs associated with the natural gas used by customers is determined […]
Read MoreWater Regulation
Table of Contents Role of the Commission Most aspects of water distribution, including the rates that can be charged, are regulated by the PSC; however, other matters such as water quality are also regulated by other state and federal agencies. Additionally, if any water utility wishes to expand its service territory, it must apply for […]
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Table of Contents Opens in new windowRole of the Commission In 1999, the General Assembly passed legislation restructuring the electric industry in Delaware. Prior to restructuring, the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric power by investor-owned utilities was fully regulated by the PSC. With restructuring, the generation of electric power became deregulated, leaving only distribution […]
Read MoreFormal Complaint Process
Any time you have a problem with the utility services you receive, first contact the utility directly and provide the Customer Service Representative with all the necessary information. Your problem will be handled more quickly and more effectively by providing a thorough explanation. If your problem concerns a bill for services, it is very important […]
Read MoreFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I get information about changes to my natural gas rates effective November 1st? Delmarva Power & Light Company’s Tariff and Bill Inserts Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Tariff How are my electric rates determined? An explanation of Delmarva Power’s rates can be found on their website. What are “current market rates” and why do they […]
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