Peddler
PEDDLER: The word "peddler" shall be defined as any person, including salesman or vendor, who goes from house to house, place to place, or in or along the streets, within the City selling and making immediate delivery or offering for sale and immediate delivery, any goods, wares, merchandise, newspapers, magazines or services or anything of value in the possession of the peddler to persons other than manufacturers, wholesalers, jobbers or retailers in such commodities or services. Per the City Attorney, this definition applies to ice cream vendors and hot dog stands and is not intended for food truck vendors.
HOURS OF VALIDITY: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (RCC 20.219)
This Permit is not valid within the designated perimeter of special events in the downtown area or Courthouse Square.
Peddler Permit holders are also required to have a City of Redwood City Business License.
Application Process
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Fill out the Peddler Permit Application completely and ensure all required information is provided.
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Contact the Records Division at (650) 780-7100 and schedule an appointment to submit your completed application, be fingerprinted, and pay all applicable fees.
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After your appointment, your application will undergo a background review and processing. Processing may take up to two (2) weeks.
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Once your application has been approved and your permit is ready, you will receive a phone call from the Police Department.
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Return to the Police Department to pick up your Peddler Permit.
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While conducting peddling activities, you must wear or prominently display your permit at all times.
