Solicitor Permits: Flower Mound vs Little Elm

Flower Mound requires all door-to-door solicitors and peddlers to register with the Police Department and obtain a solicitor permit before canvassing residential areas under Chapter 62 of the Code of Ordinances. The registration process includes submission of a valid photo identification, employer information, a description of goods or services being offered, and consent to a criminal background check conducted by the Police Department. Applicants with certain criminal histories involving fraud, theft, burglary, or violent offenses may be denied a permit. Approved solicitors must carry and display a town-issued identification badge at all times while soliciting. Solicitation hours are restricted to between 9 AM and sunset, Monday through Saturday, with no solicitation permitted on Sundays or federal holidays. Religious organizations, political campaigns, and registered nonprofit charitable organizations are exempt from the permit fee but must still register with the Police Department and comply with all hour restrictions and the no-solicitation registry rules.

Little Elm requires door-to-door solicitors and peddlers to obtain a town permit before going door to door. Applicants must submit to a background check and comply with designated solicitation hours.