The City of Plymouth reminds residents to be aware of the rules regarding peddlers and solicitors.

According to Plymouth City Code 1140, a peddler license is required in most circumstances. Permitted hours for door-to-door sales are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Peddlers must carry their licenses, which feature a photo and expiration date.

Peddlers/solicitors cannot harass, intimidate, abuse, or threaten residents. If a peddler or solicitor is told to leave, they must comply. Residents with concerns and complaints about a solicitor should call the 24-hour non-emergency line at 952-258-5321 as soon as possible.

‘Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited’ Signs

Signs that read “Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited,” which are posted near the entrance to a home or business, legally prohibit uninvited people from selling goods or services or seeking financial contributions, even if they hold a peddlers license issued by the City of Plymouth. Signs must be at least a 3.75-square inches in size.

Residents may pick up a ‘Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited’ window cling at the Plymouth Public Safety Building, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., at no cost, while supplies last.

Additional Prohibited Practices

It is prohibited for a peddler, solicitor or transient merchant to do the following:

• Obstruct the flow of vehicular or pedestrian traffic on any street, alley, sidewalk or other public right-of-way
• Create a threat to the health, safety or welfare of any individual or the general public
• Cry out, blow a horn, ring a bell or make any loud or unusual noise in areas zoned for residential use
• Walking on or about any side or rear yard to attempt to make contact at any point other than the main point of entrance or front door of the residence