The keeping of certain species of wild animals is controlled by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976. The animals for which a licence is required before they may be kept are listed in the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 (Modification) Order 1984.

Fees

Licences are renewed annually cost £481.33.

You can pay by cheque (made payable to 'City of York Council') or pay online.

How to apply

Download and complete the animal boarding establishment licence application form that is available on the right hand side of this page.

Return your application form, and cheques, to the contact address to the right of this page.