Illinois Department of Natural Resources Endangered and Threatened Species Permit and Incidental Take Authorization Programs

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources administers the programs overseeing permits for the possession of specimens or products of Illinois endangered or threatened species and authorization for incidental taking of Illinois endangered or threatened species.  For more information about possession permits and incidental taking, use the links below to view the respective Illinois Administrative Rules.

17 IL ADMIN CODE, CH. 1, SEC. 1070 Possession of specimens or products of Illinois endangered or threatened species.

17 IL ADMIN CODE, CH. 1, SEC. 1080 Incidental taking of endangered or threatened species.

Permit application forms can be found at:
http://www.dnr.state.il.us/grants/special_funds/FY2007/Permits.pdf

 

Questions about permits for the possession of specimens or products of Illinois E&T or incidental taking of Illinois E&T should be directed to:

Joseph A. Kath
Endangered Species Project Manager
Illinois DNR - Division of Natural Heritage
One Natural Resources Way
Springfield, Illinois   62702-1271
Office Phone:  (217)785-8764
Office Fax:  (217)785-2438
E-mail:  Joe.Kath@illinois.gov

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