East Goshen Township officials are reminding residents that solicitation without a permit is prohibited under the township’s peddling and solicitation ordinance. According to Ordinance 169, a township-issued permit is required for anyone selling goods or services, soliciting donations, or distributing printed materials. Permitted solicitors receive a photo ID badge that must be worn and visible at all times. Religious or noncommercial canvassing does not require a permit if no sales or donations are involved. Solicitors are barred from entering a residence without an invitation and must follow permitted hours — 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Residents can opt out of solicitation by joining the township’s “Do Not Call/Knock” list, available along with the full ordinance and current permit holders at the East Goshen Township website. Unauthorized solicitation or safety concerns should be reported to 911 in emergencies or to the Westtown-East Goshen Regional Police non-emergency line at 610-692-5100.
Source: East Goshen Township; 8/8/2025