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Atlanta, GA Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)

Some Restrictions

Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Permit required for: Door-to-door sales of consumer goods
Company fees: $100 application, $500 annual
Individual solicitor fees: $50 application, $170 annual
Allowed hours: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
No Soliciting signs: Legally block entry, unlawful to ignore

Summary

Door-to-door sellers in Atlanta must get a city permit before knocking on doors, show ID stating who they represent, and stay off private property between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.

It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in door to door sales of consumer goods or services in the city without first obtaining a permit from the city. Prior to any solicitation provided for in this article, the person making the solicitation shall, before making any other statement, state the following: (1)The identity of the person making the solicitation;(2)The name and address of the person represented by such person; and(3)The identity or kinds of goods or services being offered for sale.

Source: Atlanta Ch. 30 Art. XV - SolicitorsView official code

Full Breakdown

Anyone selling, leasing, or renting consumer goods or services door-to-door in Atlanta needs a permit from the city before starting, and must announce their identity, who they represent, and what they're selling before making any other statement, per Atlanta Code of Ordinances § 30-611. The application fee is $100 for a company and $50 per individual solicitor, with a $500 annual company permit fee and $170 per solicitor, under § 30-615. Knocking on doors between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. is unlawful under § 30-597, and entering a property posted 'No Solicitors' violates § 30-618. IRS-certified charities are exempt from the permit and fee but must still register annually and show identification.

Violations & Fines

Violating the door-to-door sales article is an infraction punishable as provided by law; entering or remaining on posted property after notice to leave is also criminal trespass under O.C.G.A. § 16-7-21.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit to sell door-to-door in Atlanta?

Yes. Atlanta Code § 30-611 requires anyone conducting door-to-door sales of consumer goods or services to get a city permit first and to state their identity and what they're selling before any pitch.

What hours can solicitors knock on doors in Atlanta?

Only between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Knocking on doors or disturbing residents outside those hours is unlawful under Atlanta Code § 30-597, regardless of whether the solicitor is licensed.

Are charities exempt from the permit?

IRS-certified nonprofits are exempt from the permit and fees but must still register annually with the mayor's office and display identification before soliciting, per Atlanta Code § 30-612.

Sources & Official References

[1]Atlanta Code of Ordinances § 30-611 (Door to Door Sales, Division 2 - Permit)

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