Conservation and Preservation

Forest Resources

The Forest Resource Ordinance (FRO) protects and enhances local forest resources. This program was adopted in 1992 to meet the State Forest Conservation Act of 1991.

Historic Preservation

Historic preservation in Frederick County is for the protection and management of Frederick County’s rich historical and cultural resource heritage such that it greatly contributes to the county’s special character, economy, and identity.

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Bird City Network

Frederick County is a member jurisdiction of Bird County Maryland. The Bird County Maryland, Bird City Maryland, and Bird City Maryland – Bird Campus programs are administrated by the Maryland Bird Conservation Partnership, and they unite counties, cities, and college campuses in Maryland with other communities throughout the western hemisphere to envision and complete bird-friendly actions.