Dunedin requires solicitors, peddlers, and canvassers to obtain a permit through the Community Development Department under Chapter 62 of the Code. Applications include identification, business background, and a Business Tax Receipt for commercial activity.
Chapter 62 of the Dunedin Code, Sales, Article II, governs peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers. Anyone going door-to-door to sell goods, services, or solicit orders generally must apply for a permit through the Community Development Department. The application requires identification, criminal background information, employer details, and a Business Tax Receipt for the underlying business. Fees apply and permits are typically issued for a limited period. Exemptions exist for farmers, truck gardeners, and trades regulated by general state law, as well as for charitable, religious, and political activity protected by the First Amendment. Permittees must carry their permit while soliciting and present it on request.
Soliciting without a permit can result in citations, fines, and possible misdemeanor charges. Falsifying application information can result in permit denial and revocation.
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