DE HB170

Allow counties to use Realty Transfer Tax funds for capital and operating costs of public safety services, economic development programs, public works services, capital projects and improvements, infrastructure projects and improvements, debt reduction, and assessments of real property.

Require that all Realty Transfer Tax funds be segregated from the county's general fund and expended only for the specified purposes listed above.

Change the qualification requirements for referees hearing property assessment appeals in New Castle County from requiring membership in the Delaware Bar to possessing sufficient qualifications concerning real property valuation as determined by County Council.

Allow the general manager of the Department of Finance to appoint property assessment appeal referees with the advice and consent of County Council.