On Aug. 26, the North Coventry Township Board of Supervisors adopted a peddling and solicitation ordinance to establish new standards and enhance regulations for solicitors. The purpose of the ordinance is to repeal the existing, older provisions, and enable improved measures to protect the safety and privacy of residents by regulating the behavior of solicitors and by limiting access to residents who do not wish to interact with them. Individuals who wish to obtain a permit to solicit and do not fall under a regulatory exemption must obtain a permit from the township administration office and provide necessary background documentation for review. If the permit is approved, the individual will be issued a license and identification badge with lanyard to be worn conspicuously during soliciting activities. Every member of a business group must file individual license applications. Licenses are granted for 14-day periods. The township has also implemented a “Do Not Solicit Registry” for residents who do not wish to be contacted by non-exempt solicitors. If the application for a license is approved for solicitation, the solicitor will be provided a copy of the registry.
Source: North Coventry Township; 9/15/2024