(1) Aerial hunting permits will be valid for a 12-month period from February 1 through January 31.

(a) Permittees must renew their permit each year;

(b) permittees must be in compliance with the rules of the department, and state and federal law;

(c) renewal will be denied if noncompliance is not corrected prior to the renewal date.

(2) Fees will not be prorated for applicants applying for less than the 12-month permit year.