City of Helena, Montana
316 N. Park Avenue, Room 150
Helena, MT 59623
(406) 447-8450 Fax (406) 447-8377
citywater@helenamt.gov
APIARY LICENSE APPLICATION
LICENSE IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR - JANUARY 1 THROUGH DECEMBER 31
City ordinance permits the keeping of two hives by a hobbyist beekeeper upon obtaining an apiary license.
Please complete the required information below including attachments and return this form with the $15 fee to
the address shown above.
Owner's Name:
Physical Address:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:
Number of hives
Species of bees
A
ddress or property description where hives will be kept:
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Describe the type of hive used and size:
A
ttached:
Montana Department of Agriculture hobbyist apiary site registration
Site plan showing:
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property owned or leased where the apiary site is located,
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availability of a water source within 20' of the site,
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location of hives with respect to property lines (at least 15' from property lines); and
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location and type of 6' high barrier between the site and adjoining property that prohibits the direct
flight of bee
s.
I agree not to manipulate the hobbyist apiary site between the hours of sunset and sunrise unless the hives are
being moved to or from another location or for public safety. I further agree that the apiary site must be
requeened or united with another hive following any swarming or aggressive behavior by the bees of this site or
any hive therein.
I hereby certify that I am the owner of the bees and that I will personally manage, maintain and operate the
apiary site.
Signature Date
(Print Form, Sign, and Submit with Payment)
