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Understanding Municipal Licensing
Understanding Municipal Licensing
Municipal Licensing is the licensing that you must hold in each City or County that you are working in. Each city, county or municipal area may have different requirements to be followed. All salespersons are responsible for making sure that they obtain their municipal registrations and be aware of any laws or restrictions in place for the city, county or municipal area that they are working in.
No Solicitation Cities
No Solicitation Cities
The following cities/communities have confirmed that they do not allow door to door soliciting within their limits:
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Avondale, AZ
Avondale, AZ
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Required: Peddler Permit
Duration: 1 year
Fees: $24
Hours of Solicitation: 8AM-8PM
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Each person must submit an online peddler permit application. Once submitted, you will receive an invoice which must be submitted to the city along with the payment of $24. The city will either approve or deny within 2-4 business days. If approved, you will be contacted by the
Website:
https://www.avondaleaz.gov/government/departments/city-clerk/event-and-special-business-permits
Click on Peddler's Permits (Door to Door Soliciting) - then click on Peddler Permit Application
Bullhead City, AZ
Bullhead City, AZ
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Required: Peddlers License
Duration: 1 year
Fees: $170 App / $15 fingerprint fee
Hours of Solicitation: 8AM - 8PM
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Each person going door to door will need to apply for a peddlers license. This is done in person at Business License Office located at 2355 Trane Road.
Along with the application, each person will need to submit passport photo and valid photo ID/DL.
Each person will also need to call the Bullhead City Police Department to schedule a fingerprint appointment by calling (928)763-9200.
The cost per peddler is $170 for the application and annual license fee. There is a $15 fingerprint fee paid to the Bullhead City Police Department.
It will take approximately 12-16 weeks for the license to be issued. Once issued, it will be valid for a period of one year
Peddlers License App 72022.pdfChandler, AZ
Chandler, AZ
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Required: Peddlers License
Duration: 1 year / expiring Dec 31
Fees: $50 per individual
Hours of Solicitation: 9AM - 8PM
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Each person going door to door needs to apply for a peddlers permit. This can be done online through the Chandler Business Portal. There is a $50 fee per individual.
Applicant will also need to provide 2 passport type photos (might be able to upload), fingerprints of the applicant and 2 recommendations from Maricopa County residen
Once submitted, it will take the city anywhere from 10 - 40 business days to process and issue the license.
Chandler Business Portal < Click to open link
Glendale, AZ
Glendale, AZ
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Mesa, AZ
Mesa, AZ
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Required: Peddlers License
Duration: 1 year
Fees: $135
Hours of Solicitation: 8AM - 8PM
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Can be submitted online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/MESA/Default.aspx or can complete the paper application and turn in, in person to the Licensing Office, Monday through Thursday from 7AM - 5:30PM.
When submitting the application, the following must also be submitted:
Valid ID or DL
Licensing Eligibility Form
Current Vehicle Registration
Proof of Vehicle Insurance
Copy of Company AZ Sales Tax License
1 fingerprint card
Fees are $135 which breaks down into $10 for the application, $25 for the background check and $100 for the licensing fee.
Application must be approved by the local Police Department, the Tax Audit & Collections Department and the Mesa Licensing Office. Once approved, the license will be valid for 1 year.
Fingerprint Form_ORI.pdfPeddler_License_A.pdfPhoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
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Required: No
Duration: NA
Fees: NA
Hours of Solicitation: Sunrise to Sunset
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There is currently no license required in Phoenix. Anyone working in Phoenix must carry their state issued Alarm Agent registration on them at all times. No more than 3 people are allowed to approach a house at one time. It is also prohibited to knock on a door with a "no solicitation" sign.
Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale, AZ
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Required: Soliciting (For Profit) Permit
Duration: Varies on fee paid
Fees: $10 per person, per day
Hours of Solicitation: 9am to 9pm
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30 days prior to working in the city of Scottsdale, Individuals need to submit the Solicitor (For Profit) Application and the Background/Records Form and submit it to the Business Services Department at 7447 E. Indian School Road #110, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. The fee is $10 per day per person, there is also a state fingerprint processing fee (as set by the AZ DPS). Each person will need to obtain a fingerprint and background check before they can work in the city.
Scottsdale, AZ - Solicitor App.pdfScottsdale, AZ - Background-Records-Check.pdfTucson, AZ
Tucson, AZ
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Required: No
Duration: NA
Fees: None
Hours of Solicitation: 9AM - 7PM
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There is currently no license required in Tucson. Anyone working in Tucson must carry their state issued Alarm Agent registration on them at all times. No more than 3 people are allowed to approach a house at one time. It is also prohibited to knock on a door with a "no solicitation" sign.
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