Business Licensing & Operations in Howard County, IN (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Howard County, Indiana.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Howard County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Tattoo & Body Modification
Howard County Code § 113.02 makes it unlawful to operate a tattoo facility, body piercing facility, or temporary tattoo or piercing facility without a Health Officer permit, and § 113.03 requires every artist and piercer to hold their own annual permit backed by Hepatitis B vaccination proof.
Howard County Tattoo and Piercing Permit
Some RestrictionsHoward County Code § 113.02
(A) General. It is unlawful for a person to operate any tattoo facility, body piercing facility, or temporary tattoo or piercing facility in the county without first obtaining a valid permit from the Health Officer. The valid permit must be posted in a conspicuous location in the facility. A separate permit shall be required for each tattoo or piercing facility operated by any person. Permits...
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