Fircrest License Fees
These are the annual pet license Fees for City of Fircrest residents.
| Task | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unaltered Dog | $50.00 |
| Unaltered Cat | $50.00 |
| Altered Dog | $14.00 |
| Altered Cat | $8.00 |
| Unaltered Dog - Senior (65+) or Disabled Owner | $28.00 |
| Unaltered Cat - Senior (65+) or Disabled Owner | $28.00 |
| Altered Dog - Senior (65+) or Disabled Owner | $8.00 |
| Altered Cat - Senior (65+) or Disabled Owner | $4.00 |
| Late Penalty - per license and 30 days after expiration | $10.00 |
| Late Penalty - per license and 60 days after expiration | $20.00 |
| Replacement Tag | $5.00 |
| Replacement Tag - Senior (65+) or Disabled Owner | $2.00 |
Reduced Licensing Fee for Residents with a Disability
Residents of Fircrest with a permanent disability are eligible for the reduced fee mentioned above, provided their dogs or cats are not used for commercial purposes. To qualify, individuals must present proof of permanent disability to the animal control agency. Acceptable documentation includes a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Identification Card, evidence of at least 30 percent permanent disability, a Washington Department of Licensing parking placard issued for permanent disability (as referenced in RCW 46.16.381), or any other documentation the animal control agency deems appropriate.
Impound Fees
Fees for redeeming impounded animals are set by the Humane Society. For more information, please contact the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County at (253) 383-2733.
License Exemptions – Fircrest Municipal Code Title 7.05.040
Licenses and license tags shall be provided free of charge to service dogs properly trained to assist the handicapped and if any of the following apply.
- When such dogs are actually used by the handicapped for the purpose of aiding the handicapped in going from place to place.
- If the dog is currently being trained for the purpose of aiding a handicapped person in a school or program that has been accredited by a professional organization or association, either for profit or not-for-profit.
- If the pups and young dogs are being raised under the 4-H program known as Guide Dogs for the Blind or Service Dogs.
Late Penalties – Fircrest Municipal Code Title 7.05
No late penalty shall be charged if any of the following apply.
- The owner submits proof of purchase or acquisition of the animal within the previous 30 days.
- The owner has moved into the city within the preceding 30 days.
- The animal is currently or has been within the preceding 30 days, under the age that requires a license.
- The owner purchases the license(s) voluntarily, prior to in-person or field contact by animal control personnel.
- The owner submits other proof deemed acceptable in the animal control administrative policy.
If you have a complaint about a barking dog in the City of Fircrest, call (253) 565-1198.