Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Davidson County, TN (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Davidson County, Tennessee.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Davidson County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Solicitor Permits

Metro Nashville requires door-to-door commercial solicitors and peddlers to obtain a Transient Vendor/Peddler Permit from Metro Codes under Metro Code §6.28. Background check (TBI), photo ID badge, and proof of insurance required. Soliciting hours 9 AM to 8 PM (or sunset, whichever later). Religious and political canvassing exempt under First Amendment. Permits valid up to 90 days.

soliciting/solicitor-permits

Some Restrictions

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No-Knock Registry

Metro Nashville does not operate a centralized No-Knock Registry. Residents rely on posting 'No Soliciting' signs at entry, which is enforceable under Metro Code §6.28.070. Solicitors who ignore posted signs face citations. Religious and political canvassers remain constitutionally protected even with posted signs. Satellite cities may maintain independent registries.

soliciting/no-knock-rules

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Soliciting & Door-to-Door by City in Davidson County

1 cities in Davidson County have their own soliciting & door-to-door rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

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2 verified rules • No-Knock Registry, Solicitor Permits

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