The State of Maryland mandates that weekly recycling services be provided by all apartment and condominium properties with 10 or more units.

Howard County aims to create additional garden plots for residents to be able to grow their own vegetables to expand upon the existing sites the county has.

Approximately 12% of the County's landfilled trash is yard trim. Composting at home can help divert these materials from the waste stream.

Businesses play an important role in the success of any community's recycling programs and initiatives.

Education is the first tier which focuses on individuals working to become more aware of behavioral health education to support social, emotional, behavioral and developmental well-being. This section helps you to navigate the physical, emotional, behavioral, and social signs and symptoms of everyday behavioral health and well-being so you can learn strategies to be and stay well.

Your link to health and supportive services.

This guide is designed to assist you in understanding the basic procedures of centralized purchasing in Howard County Government. Howard County welcomes vendors to do business with the County and will provide any assistance and information that may help you to better understand our procedures.

Fire department connections (FDC) shall be located and marked in the manner required by the Howard County Office of the Fire Marshal. 

Adult day care centers support older adults, individuals with a disability and caregivers by providing supervised and supportive day programs

Incident reports will tell you that an incident occurred at a particular address and this will allow you to pull a permit to have repairs completed for or insurance company purposes.

Learn more about Howard County's efforts to promote local businesses or learn how to fill out a Local Business Initiate Certificate on this page.

LOCATE: Child Care is a free, personalized resource and referral counseling service designed to help parents choose a quality child care program.

Used to submit changes for the District Map Line to correct drafting errors and other inaccuracies

DPZ may grant relief from the bulk requirement regulations, not to exceed 20% of the requirement.

Need RTA Assistance? Call Customer Service 1-800-270-9553

The Office of Children and Families offers advice and guidance for child care programs. Explore the topics below, or call with questions about running a child care program.

Application for installation of an ADU