2024-2029 Howard County Hazard Mitigation Plan

This page is dedicated to the 2024-2029 Howard County Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP) maintenance process. The NHMP is reviewed annually and thoroughly updated every five years. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) also rigorously reviews the NHMP every five years after the update. The goal of this page is to provide access to the NHMP for the public, gather public input, and keep the public updated on any changes. This NHMP was approved by County Council on November 6, 2023, and it will expire on November 5, 2028.

2024-2029 Howard County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

This Plan seeks to reduce the County's human, social, environmental, and economic loss from future natural disasters. The Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP) seeks to develop practical planning solutions for the variety of hazards that pose a risk to Howard County.

View the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

Want to see the older versions of the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan?

View the 2018-2023 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

View the 2012/2013-2018 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

View the 2004-2008 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan