Soliciting & Door-to-Door in Santa Clara County, CA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Santa Clara County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Solicitor Permits
Unincorporated Santa Clara County requires peddlers, solicitors, and itinerant merchants to obtain a Sheriff's Office permit, wear a photo-ID badge, and limit door-knocking to between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. or sunset.
Door-to-Door Solicitor Permits in Santa Clara County
Significant RestrictionsSanta Clara County Ordinance Code § B35-3
It is unlawful for any person to engage in the business or activities of peddler, solicitor or itinerant merchant within the unincorporated areas of the County without having first obtained a permit pursuant to this chapter. Each individual must obtain a permit issued by the Sheriff, or designee, and operate in strict compliance with its provisions. It is unlawful for any permittee to allow or ...
Soliciting & Door-to-Door by City in Santa Clara County
4 cities in Santa Clara County have their own soliciting & door-to-door rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
2 verified rules • No-Knock Registry, Solicitor Permits
2 verified rules • No-Knock Registry, Solicitor Permits
2 verified rules • No-Knock Registry, Solicitor Permits
2 verified rules • No-Knock Registry, Solicitor Permits
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