Being prepared for hazards and threats increases resilience to climate change impacts. Explore the preparedness tips and resources for individuals and households below from our Office of Emergency Management.

The Traffic Engineering Division is responsible for traffic signals, streetlight installation, new street signs, markings and traffic calming. Please contact the Traffic Engineering to report all traffic control concern such as intersection safety, traffic calming, and mis-timed traffic signal or school flasher.

Learn more about Howard County's efforts to promote Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) and Disabled Business Enterprises (DBEs). You can also view upcoming virtual classes that assist vendors in the Procurement process.

The Office of the Fire Marshal conducts preventive fire inspections and fire investigations.

Scam Squad, via the Office of Consumer Protection, share alerts about ongoing scams in Howard County, as well as information and resources from partner agencies.

All commercial customers delivering Howard County-generated solid waste to the Alpha Ridge Landfill are required to have an active commercial landfill permit for each vehicle.

Howard County, Maryland - Electronic Plan Submission & Review

First-time homebuyers can get HUD approved classes prior to purchasing their home.

LPPRPs (Land Preservation, Parks, and Recreation Plans) are five-year county level planning documents in Maryland that guide park development, recreational  programming, and land preservation while ensuring public participation and
eligibility for state funding.

Howard County provides a variety of Real Property Tax Credits designed to meet the needs of County taxpayers and to promote specific activity that is beneficial to the County as a whole.

Recycling Drop-off Options at Alpha Ridge Landfill

Join us as we promote human rights in Howard County, MD

Learn about what our Certified Medicare Counselors can do for you