Repair maintenance, including snow removal, of adjoining sidewalks is the responsibility of the adjacent property owner under Howard County Law. Sidewalks must be shoveled within 48 hours after the snow has fallen.

If your lot abuts any sections of sidewalk, you are responsible for the sidewalk. Deteriorated sidewalks must be replaced with concrete. (NOTE: No application is required to repair or replace existing sidewalks with concrete; however, any deviation from the original design or location requires that an Exterior Alteration Application be submitted to the RHAC.) Maintenance of the grass areas between the sidewalk and curb, including street trees, is also the adjacent property owners' responsibility and must include appropriate mowing, trimming, weeding and fertilizing in the same manner and frequency as regular lawn care. Trees must be pruned to allow clearance for walker/bikers.

Application Requirements:

Submit a site (plat) plan detailing the changes in material, design and location of the sidewalk. A list of all materials must be included.