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Vacaville, CA Soliciting & Door-to-Door: No-Knock Registry (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Governing rule
No approach if sign posted
Applies to
Both peddlers and solicitors
Covers non-profits too
Yes, per § 9.18.040 cross-reference
Enforcement
Chief of police, license revocation
Appeal
To city manager, § 9.18.150

Summary

Vacaville makes it unlawful for a licensed peddler or solicitor to approach a residence displaying a posted "No Peddlers," "No Solicitors," or "No Trespassing" sign, giving residents a self-enforcing way to opt out of door-to-door sales and solicitation under Section 9.18.160.

It is unlawful for any peddler or solicitor to engage in the activities described in Sections 9.18.020.F and G at any place or residence within the City where the statement "No Peddlers," "No Solicitors," "No Trespassing" or words of similar import is posted, painted or affixed so as to be exposed to public view.

Full Breakdown

18 licenses peddlers, defined as anyone who goes house to house selling or taking orders for goods or services, and solicitors, defined as anyone soliciting money, property, or other consideration door to door. 110. 130, including a ban on shouting or calling out wares in a loud or unseemly manner, and a duty to identify themselves and their employer on request. 160 layers a separate, resident-controlled restriction on top of the licensing scheme: it is unlawful for any peddler or solicitor to engage in peddling or soliciting at a residence where a "No Peddlers," "No Solicitors," "No Trespassing," or similarly worded sign is posted, painted, or otherwise affixed so it is visible to the public. 160. 150.

Violations & Fines

A peddler or solicitor who approaches a residence posted with a "No Peddlers," "No Solicitors," or "No Trespassing" sign violates Section 9.18.160; the chief of police may suspend or revoke that person's peddler's license for the violation under Section 9.18.140, and the person may separately face a code enforcement or criminal citation for violating the chapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a licensed peddler still knock if I post a No Soliciting sign?
No. Section 9.18.160 makes it unlawful for any peddler or solicitor, licensed or not, to engage in peddling or soliciting at a residence where a "No Peddlers," "No Solicitors," or "No Trespassing" sign is posted, painted, or affixed in public view.
Does the no-soliciting sign rule apply to charity fundraisers in Vacaville?
Yes. Section 9.18.040 exempts non-profit fundraisers from the licensing requirement but expressly holds them to Section 9.18.160's posted-sign restriction, so a charity solicitor must also honor the sign.
What happens if a peddler ignores a posted No Solicitors sign in Vacaville?
The chief of police can suspend or revoke that peddler's license under Section 9.18.140 for violating the chapter, and the peddler can appeal that decision to the city manager under Section 9.18.150.

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