Allen, TX Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Permit
- Required commercial
- Background Check
- Required
- Hours
- 9 AM to sunset or 7 PM
- Exemptions
- Religious, political
- Fine
- Up to 500 dollars
Summary
Door-to-door solicitors in Allen must obtain a Solicitor/Peddler Permit from the Allen Police Department. Permits require a background check and application fee. Solicitation hours limited to 9:00 AM to sunset or 7:00 PM, whichever is earlier.
Sec. 30.05. CRIMINAL TRESPASS. (a) A person commits an offense if the person enters or remains on or in property of another, including residential land, agricultural land, a recreational vehicle park, a building, a general residential operation operating as a residential treatment center, or an aircraft or other vehicle, without effective consent and the person:(1) had notice that the entry was forbidden; or(2) received notice to depart but failed to do so.(b) For purposes of this section:(1) "Entry" means the intrusion of the entire body.(2) "Notice" means:(A) oral or written communication by the owner or someone with apparent authority to act for the owner;(B) fencing or other enclosure obviously designed to exclude intruders or
Full Breakdown
Chapter 18 of the Allen Code of Ordinances requires registration with APD prior to any commercial door-to-door solicitation. Application includes fingerprinting, photo ID, proof of employment, and background check. Religious and political canvassing are exempt under First Amendment protections but may voluntarily register. Permits are not valid on properties posted with No Solicitation signs under TX Penal Code 30.05 criminal trespass.
Violations & Fines
Soliciting without permit: Class C misdemeanor up to 500 dollars. Violating No Solicitation signage: criminal trespass Class B misdemeanor.
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