Howard County, MD septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Howard County, Maryland are permitted by Howard County Health Department under COMAR 26.04.02.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Health Department
- Authorized agent: Howard County Health Department
- Own septic program: No, uses Maryland state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 332,317
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Howard County: $60. Maryland average: $60.
Local rules
County operates under state-level COMAR 26.04.02. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.
What SepticPro has on file for Howard County
- 1 permit fee with sources
- The agency phone, email and office address
- Setback distances
- Soil and perc test requirements
- Allowed system types
- System design rules
- Inspection requirements
- Maintenance and pumping rules
- Point-of-sale rules
- Installer, designer and pumper licensing
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Other Maryland counties
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- Garrett County
- Harford County
- Kent County
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- Prince George's County
- Queen Anne's County
- Somerset County
- St. Mary's County
- Talbot County
- Washington County
- Wicomico County
- Worcester County
Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Howard County Health Department before applying.