Report an Issue
Report issues around the county and submit your concerns and complaints.
Public Notices - Public Hearings
Become A Registered Family Child Care Provider
If you're interested in becoming a registered family child care provider in Howard County, here's the information you need to get started.
Development & Zoning
Find development plans, municipal code, and learn more about development in Howard County.
Public Information Act (PIA) Request
Public Information Act (PIA) requests grants people the right to access to public records.
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HPC Applications
The Historic Preservation Commission reviews several types of applications, including applications for Certificates of Approval to make exterior alterations to properties within a local historic district, applications for Historic Property Tax Credits and applications for Advisory Comments to properties under going subdivision or site development plans that contain a historic property.
Research Reports
In-person Services
Ellicott City Watershed Master Plan
Assistance with Child Care Business
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.