The problem was that without a residential sprinkler ordinance for single family dwellings, Anne Arundel County has experienced on average six fire deaths and tens of millions of dollars in property damage due to residential structure fires. The research purpose was to identify existing sprinkler legislation for single family dwellings, issues that have prevented such legislation, as well as, the cost and benefits of such legislation. Research questions included: What codes, issues, costs, and benefits regarding sprinklers for single family dwellings currently exist in Anne Arundel County? Historical and descriptive research methods including: an interview, survey, and data analysis were utilized to identify these issues. Recommendations included specific steps that should be taken within the department for future initiatives.