Beehives at Ardenwood

Apiary Permit (for Beekeepers)

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An Apiary permit is required for any individual who wishes to use park district land for beekeeping activities. 

If requesting to have hives in multiple parks, a separate application and permit fee are required for each park.

Questions? Email respermit@ebparks.org.

Minimum Requirements

  1. Submit the Apiary Permit Inquiry Form.
  2. Completed application with signed Apiary Permit Terms and Conditions.
  3. Proof of registration with the County Agricultural Commissioner (AB 2428).
  4. Valid Insurance meeting District requirements.
  5. Purchase a $150.00 annual Apiary permit.
  6. Hives must be identified by a prominently displayed sign and stenciled with the owner’s name, address, and phone number.

Application Process

These steps should be followed in the order in which they are listed.

Step 1 - Submit the Inquiry Form

Fill out the Apiary Permit Inquiry Form and provide basic information regarding your beekeeping operation. Submit maps and details about the park(s) you are interested in. If you currently have an Apiary Permit, provide identifying details and information about any changes to the scope of your current permit. Allow 7-10 business days to review.  Staff will provide you with an Application Packet for the park(s) you are approved to apply for. 

Step 2 - Complete and Submit the Application Packet

Complete all fields on the application form, including required attachments, and return via email, fax, or mail to the address listed on the application. Please review the sample application. Staff will provide you with the application(s) to complete after the Inquiry Form has been processed.

  • Attach a map indicating the proposed location of the beehive(s).
  • Attach proof of registration with the County Agricultural Commissioner (AB 2428).

Step 3 - Application Review

Once it is received, each application will be reviewed for approval. If the proposed location is not approved, the application will be denied. You may submit a new application for an alternate location.

Step 4 - Meet with Park Supervisor

You will be provided with the Park Supervisor's contact information when your application is reviewed. You must contact the Park Supervisor to discuss your application, proposed location, etc. to be approved.

Step 5 - Insurance

Submit General Liability insurance that meets District requirements. Please review the insurance requirements (exhibit A, pages 9-10 on the application form).

Step 6 - Purchase Permit

After the completion of all steps listed above, purchase the Apiary Permit here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/ebparks. The permit is $150.00 per year/location.

Please allow at least 60 days for the review and processing of applications.