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Housing

50+ Homes & Communities

View home and community services specifically for older adults.

Accessory Apartment

Get an Accessory Apartment Permit.

Affordable Housing

Search for affordable housing using this online tool.

Children's Lot Release

Request the future release of children's lot.

County Housing Rights

Learn about local housing rights laws.

Document Tracking

Request document tracking from the Recordation Tax Office.

Driveway Permit

Get a Driveway Permit.

Submit an Easement Sale application.

Federal Housing Rights

Learn about Federal housing rights laws.

Flood Information

Get information about floodplain and flood protection.

Flood Mitigation Projects

View map of flood mitigation projects in Howard County.

Homebuyer Education

Sign up for homebuyer education classes and one-on-one counseling that will help you purchase a home.

House Demolition

Submit a Demolition Request.

Housing Assistance

View services that offer assistance with housing needs.

Preserve and improve single family properties and 1-to-4 unit rentals.

Housing Repair Loan

Get help making necessary repairs to your home using this program.

Housing Vouchers

Learn more about housing vouchers.

Indemnity Deed of Trust

View the Indemnity Deed of Trust Affidavit.

Landlord Complaint

Report complaints against your landlord.

Landlord Tenant Law

View the rights of tenants and landlords in Howard County.

Landlord/Tenant Guide

Learn about rental housing licensing requirements, leases, eviction, etc.

Lien Certificate

Get a lien certificate.

Learn about buying a home with the MIHU program.

Buy or rent new housing for moderate income households.

Learn about renting an apartment with the MIHU program.

View the Partial Debt Affidavit.

Preferred Deed Language

View the preferred language for Deeds and Deeds of Trust.

Rebuilding Together

Free home repairs for low-income families.

Recordation Tax Payment

View the Recordation Tax Payment Affidavit.

Refinance & Supplement

View the Refinance and Supplement Affidavit.

Rental Repair Assistance

Get help resolving issues with your landlord and rental repairs.

Reverse Mortgage

View the Reverse Mortgage Affidavit.

Settlement Downpayment Loan Program (SDLP)

Get assistance with financing for settlement or downpayment costs.

Solar Panel Certification

Get a Solar Panel Statement of Installation Certification.

Maryland Housing Rights

Learn about Maryland housing rights laws.

Water/Sewer Connection

Connect your house to sewerage collection or water distribution.

Whole Home Housing Repair

Get help making valuable repairs and enhancements to your home.

Community

Aerial Photography Map

View current and historic aerial photography dating back to 1943.

Cable/Utility Box Concern

Report exposed wires or broken cable or utility boxes.

Community Center Concern

Report an issue with one of our community centers.

Construction Projects

View map of current and archived construction project sites.

Council District

View your council district information.

View a map of all the parks located in Howard County.

Crime Statistics Map

Enter an address to view crime statistics within that area.

Development Notifications

Get notified when development is proposed near your neighborhood.

Established Communities

View map of established communities and neighborhoods.

View map of farms in Howard County.

Fire Hydrant Issue

Report fire hydrants that are leaking or need repainting.

Homelessness Data

Learn about the extent and causes of homelessness in Howard County.

Metropolitan Areas

Click on "Public Works" and check "Metropolitan Areas".

Neighborhood Information

View government, environment, property, school, and voter info.

Request a new sidewalk along County roadways.

Public Libraries

Find library locations, hours, and phone numbers.

Registered Sex Offenders

View registered sex offenders in Maryland.

Sidewalk Concern

Report a sidewalk concern.

Street Sign/Marking

Report faded street markings, broken/missing street signs, etc.

Zoning Districts

Click on "Planning and Zoning" and check "Zoning."

Services

911 Address Flag

Flag your address to let officers know about special circumstances.

Ball Valve Box Lid Repair

Request water meter vault lid or ball valve box lid repair.

CleanScapes Credit

Get reimbursement or credit for rain gardens, green roofs, dry wells, etc.

Report damage to a lawn including street address and photos.

Snowplow Damage

Report damage due to snowplow or other county employee or vehicle.

Get $100 back for pumping your septic tank every 3-5 years.

Sewer Cleanout Cap Repair

Request brass plug or cap assembly repair for your sewer cleanout.

Smoke Alarm Installation

Request to have smoke alarms installed in your residence.

Get free trees and shrubs planted on your property.

Get free trees planted on your property.

Water Leak Check

Request Bureau of Utilities to check water leaks on your property.

Well Pump/Pitless Adapter

Get a well pump, pitless adapter, or supply piping installed.

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