Aurora, IL Soliciting & Door-to-Door: Solicitor Permits (2026)

Every person wishing to engage in peddling or solicitation must submit an application to the city clerk and receive a permit before engaging in peddling or solicitation. Such application shall include: The applicant's name. The applicant's home address, phone number and email address. Two passport-sized photos of the applicant taken within the last ninety (90) days. Physical description of applicant. Contact person's name. Contact person's phone number. Business address. Description of the items to be peddled or solicited and a copy of all materials that will be provided to the residents. The location and time frame within which this activity will occur. Vehicle license number, make, model year and color (if applicable). A non-refundable payment per resolution as set from time-to-time. Every applicant must provide written proof to the city clerk at the time of application that all certifications, permits, licenses and any other required authorization needed to perform peddling or solicitation activities has been received in advance. If applicant is a third-party representative, a copy of a current, valid signed contract for work to be performed by the third-party representative on behalf of the business must be attached to application. Every applicant for a for-profit/non-charitable peddler or solicitor permit must submit to a background check.