Helena, MT · Lewis and Clark County
Wild Animal Permit Application
Helena residents apply for a permit to keep wild animals by providing applicant, animal, permit, and liability insurance information on this form.
What this form is
Use this application to request a new or renewed Helena permit to keep wild animals. It asks for applicant and animal details, the animals’ source and enclosure, any required state or federal permits, and proof of a security bond or liability insurance. The form states there is no fee and that the permit is valid for one year from approval.
Who needs it
A person applying for a new or renewed Helena permit to keep one or more wild animals should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to the City of Helena at 316 N Park Avenue, Room 150, Helena, MT 59623, or email [email protected], as listed on the form.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer attaches any required permits and insurance or bond documentation.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Wild Animal Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Select new application or renewal and fill in the applicant and wild animal information.
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Gather Required Attachments
Attach any required state or federal permits and the security bond or insurance documentation described on the form.
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Submit To The City
Send the completed application and attachments to the City of Helena address or email listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Wild Animal Permit Application?
- No. The application calls for the applicant’s signature and date, not notarization. Attach required permits and proof of a security bond or liability insurance.
- How do I submit the Wild Animal Permit Application?
- The form lists the City of Helena address at 316 N Park Avenue, Room 150, Helena, MT 59623, and [email protected] for submission.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It requests applicant contact information, details about up to two animals and their enclosures, applicable permits, and information about a security bond or liability insurance.
- Is there a fee for this permit application?
- The application states “No Fee.” It also says the permit is valid for one year from the date of approval.
Need something notarized?
This Wild Animal Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Helena form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.