Appendix 4126. Door-to-door solicitation.


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  • Door-to-door solicitation means the act of any person traveling by foot, vehicle, or any other type of conveyance, who goes from house to house, or business to business, for any purpose, including, but not limited to: engaging in door-to-door sales, conducting a survey or poll, soliciting opinions, requesting donations, or distributing or disseminating information or materials.

    All persons, organizations or associations engaged in door-to-door solicitation shall adhere to the following:

    (a)

    No person shall engage in door-to-door solicitation at any place of business, or any dwelling (including, but not limited to, a house, apartment, or condominium), where there is a sign posted in a conspicuous location indicating "No Solicitations," "Do Not Disturb," or other words indicating that the occupants do not wish to be solicited or in any way have their privacy disturbed.

    (b)

    Irrespective of whether a "No Solicitation," "Do Not Disturb" or similar sign is posted on a private residence or place of business, no person shall return or refuse to leave after being asked to leave if a homeowner or occupant has previously warned, or is presently warning, a person that he or she is unwelcome or may not re-enter private property.

    (c)

    No person shall engage in door-to-door solicitation at any place of business, or any dwelling (including, but not limited to, a house, apartment, or condominium) between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.

(Ord. No. 14-410, § 1, 8-27-2014)