Howard County, MD local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Maryland landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Yes. Owners of dwelling units covered by the County's rental housing property maintenance code may not rent or lease them without a County rental housing license. There are narrow exceptions, such as a pre- or post-settlement occupancy of under 90 days between buyer and seller.
Verified Source: Howard County Code § 14.901 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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