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 […]
Read MoreRegulated Utility Filings
All Regulated Utility Filings after 2015 can be found on the Commission’s DelaFile Opens in new window website. Annual Reports and Assessments Utility Filing Documents and Related Commission Rules E-Filing Filing Cover Sheet Links to Regulated Utilities SEC Filings and Annual Reports All case related documents are available for review by appointment at the Commission […]
Read MoreLegal Matters
This page contains links to various rules and regulations adopted by the Delaware Public Service Commission. Every effort has been made to include all applicable rules and regulations; however, it is the responsibility of the regulated utility to ensure that it complies any rule, regulation or order issued by the Commission that may not be […]
Read MoreWastewater Regulation
Table of Contents 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 customers in the aggregate. This authority includes the jurisdiction to grant and revoke Certificates of […]
Read MoreTelecommunications Regulation
Table of Contents 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 are entitled to receive a basic telephone service discount. Link-Up can provide a 50 percent reduction on telephone […]
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 […]
Read MoreSpeakers’ Bureau
The Delaware Public Service Commission has established a “Speakers’ Bureau” where individuals knowledgeable in all aspects of public utilities and utility regulation will make a short presentation and answer questions at you organization’s meeting place. There is no charge for this service, and arrangements can be made for daytime or evening meetings, at any location […]
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 […]
Read MoreDelaware Public Service Commission Releases Final Report on Delmarva Power’s Electric Supply Auction
Learn about electric supplier choice Almost 20 years ago, the Delaware General Assembly passed a bill that opened the Delaware market to competition with regards to the generation, supply and sale of electricity in the state. That law gave people the opportunity to shop for energy products and services among a variety of providers, which […]
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