Solicitor Permit

A Solicitor Permit is required by City Ordinance for anyone going door-to-door selling any product. Solicitors may request a permit by appearing in person with the required information identifying the permit holder and anyone who will be working for/with them.

Solicitors Permit Application (PDF)

Please call 972-412-6203 for more information or questions regarding permits.

Solicitor Rules and Regulations 

• All Solicitors must have a permit* in the City of Rowlett.
• All Solicitors must carry their authorized solicitor badge.
• It is prohibited to solicit at any residence or building which has posted a No Soliciting sign.
• It is unlawful for any person, corporation, organization or group to conduct solicitation activities, with or without a permit, in an area for which the public has access and such activity impedes the flow of vehicular traffic or presents a danger to pedestrian traffic. 
• Soliciting (with a permit) is allowed between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

*When is a Solicitor Permit not required?

• Non-profit organizations (a legal entity that is not formed and organized to generate a profit, but to pursue a social cause or public benefit). 
• Insurance sales representatives, real estate sales representatives, and others licensed by the State.
• Religious organizations exclusively for the distribution of literature and other items for the purpose of proselytizing, provided that no fees are charged and no donations are solicited.

Interacting with door-to-door solicitors

• You may ask the Solicitor to present their authorized solicitor badge (image below).
• If they do not go away peacefully you may call the non- emergency line at 972-412-6200.
• Never divulge any of your personal information.