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Solicitors/Peddlers (Door-to-Door Sales)All solicitors and peddlers operating in the City of Woodbury are required to apply for a permit from the Woodbury Public Safety Department. Each applicant must receive a permit PRIOR to conducting any business in the city. Also, hours that solicitors may operate are limited to 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The fee is $35 per person and the permit is valid for a calendar year. No permits will be issued to organizations on behalf of individuals. In order to receive a permit and lawfully conduct business in the city, a photo identification card issued by a state or government agency must be shown at the time of application. Soliciting or peddling without a permit is a misdemeanor crime punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and 90 days in jail. Permits are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 2100 Radio Drive, or online. Solicitor Application Report violators Any resident who wishes to exclude peddlers or solicitors from his/her premises may place a printed placard near the usual entrance bearing the following notice: The sign must be at least 3 ¾ inches wide by 3 ¾ inches high. The lettering must be ½ inch high. No peddler or solicitor should enter or attempt to enter any premises where such a placard or sign is placed and maintained. Residents may report violators by quickly calling the Police Department dispatch at (651) 439-9381, allowing an officer to respond immediately. Callers should be prepared to provide a physical description of the person, direction of travel, and/or vehicle information, if obtainable. For additional information or if you have any questions, please contact the Police Department at (651) 714-3600 or send an e-mail to police@ci.woodbury.mn.us. |