Per Village Code Chapter 505, Section 505.11 the Village’s Deer Management Program is managed by the Granville Police Department.

Interested applicants must abide by the Hunter’s Agreement and follow these steps in order to apply for a permit:

1. The hunter must purchase all necessary State of Ohio hunting licenses, tags, and provide a copy of that license.

2. The hunter must complete the archery proficiency test at the locations indicated on the proficiency section, using the specifications as directed by the Village of Granville. Out-of-state applicants should contact the Administrator to have an archery range approved. Completed form must be submitted when applying.

3. The hunter must provide the Village with proof of completion of the ODNR Hunter’s Safety Program or other state’s hunter safety program. Hunters may contact ODNR at 1-800-Wildlife to obtain a copy of the card they received after completion of the program.

4. Ohio hunters must complete a state (Ohio BCI) or federal background check (FBI). For individuals who have not lived in the State of Ohio continuously for the past five years, a federal background check is required. This service is provided by the Granville Police Department for a fee of $40.00. Out-of-state hunters must pass the federal (FBI) background check.

5. Once Steps 1-4 are completed, along with a notarized signature acknowledging the Hunter’s Agreement, applicants can APPLY HERE.