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Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Kent, WA (2026)

1 verified soliciting & door-to-door rules for Kent, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Solicitor Permits

Anyone going door-to-door in Kent to sell goods or services must first obtain a solicitor's license from the finance director under KCC 5.07.020, after a police background check. Annual license fees run from two to ten dollars, and violators face up to $300 and 90 days in jail.

Kent Solicitor and Peddler License Rules

Significant Restrictions

KCC 5.07.010, 5.07.020

Solicitor within the meaning of this chapter is to be defined to include: 1. Any person who shall sell, offer or expose for sale or who shall trade, deal or traffic in any services, magazines, periodicals or any other personal property at retail in the city, by going from house to house or from place to place or by indiscriminately approaching individuals... It shall be unlawful for any person ...

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Soliciting & Door-to-Door in King County