Property, Plant and Equipment (Changes in the Liability for Generation of AROs) (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Balance at January 1	$ 4.7
Settlements	(4.7)
Balance at December 31	0.0
THE DAYTON POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Balance at January 1	4.7
Settlements	(4.7)
Balance at December 31	$ 0.0