Burn Permits/Recreational Fire Permits
Contact Us
Find contact information for all of our departments and offices.
About Howard County
Howard County is a successful melding of old and new, urban and rural, where the rolling green hills of the Piedmont meet the rocky fall line of the glaciers. From the small town flavor of historic mill towns to the thriving model city of Columbia, Howard County makes everyone feel at home.
Transportation Boards & Advisory Groups
The Office of Transportation staffs the Multimodal Transportation Board and the Bicycle Advisory Group.
Safety Squad Life Safety Videos for Kids
Welcome to the Safety Squad! Thanks for being a part of our team. With your help, we can make sure you and your family stay safe. Check out the videos below. When you're done watching, print out the Family Activity sheet and become a Safety Expert.
School CPR Program
The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services and Howard County Public Schools team up to expand CPR training.
Conservation And Preservation
Environmental Planning
Family Options Program
Well Mapping Form
Community Planning
Historic Planning
Procedure & Instructions For Online Submittals
Human Rights Forms & Applications
Youth Fire Prevention and Intervention Program
An intervention program aimed at helping children with histories of starting fires.
Our History
A look back at milestones in the history of the Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue.
EMS Excellence
Recognizing the excellence of the Department of Fire and Rescue Services' Emergency Medical Services system.
How To File a Discrimination Complaint, Case Processing & Services
Fire Department Partners
The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services teams up with a wide range of organizations throughout the community and the region.
Public Service Counter
Large Format Imaging Services
School Recycling
Cafeteria and classroom recycling is encouraged in all County schools.