Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Monroe County, NY (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Monroe County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

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

Solicitor Permits

Rochester requires door-to-door solicitor permits under City Code Ch. 44 (Peddlers). Background check and ID badge required. Suburban towns each maintain peddler registrations. 9 AM to sunset hours.

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Some Restrictions

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No-Knock Registry

Posted "No Soliciting" signs enforceable under Rochester Ch. 44 and town codes. Violators cited. Irondequoit and Brighton maintain informal registries. Religious and political canvassers exempt.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

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