Do I need a notary for the Solicitor's Permit – Organization Information?

No. The form is signed without a notary, but its affidavit is signed under penalty of perjury. It also requires written proof that the applicant is authorized to apply for the organization.

What information does this application request?

It requests applicant and organization details, solicitation purpose and geographic area, proposed dates and times, solicitation methods, and the number of solicitors or peddlers.

What attachments may be required?

The application calls for written proof that the applicant is authorized to apply. If solicitation includes contributions, it also asks for current tax-exemption documentation.

Clayton, CA · Contra Costa County

No notary required

Solicitor's Permit – Organization Information

Organizations use this application to provide information about their solicitors and planned solicitation in Clayton.

What this form is

This application provides organization and applicant details for a solicitor's permit in Clayton. It asks about the organization’s structure, solicitation purpose and area, dates and times, methods, and solicitor count. The applicant must also provide written proof of authorization; organizations soliciting contributions must include current tax-exemption documentation. The form includes an affidavit with statements about solicitor conduct and compliance.

Who needs it

An organization applying for a Clayton solicitor's permit completes this form and provides information about its applicant, operations, and planned solicitation.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; its affidavit is signed under penalty of perjury, and it requires written proof of the applicant’s authorization.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Solicitor's Permit – Organization Information PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Print the requested applicant and organization details, solicitation plans, and affidavit information.
3
Gather Attachments
Attach written proof of authorization and, if soliciting contributions, current tax-exemption documentation.
4
Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Solicitor's Permit – Organization Information?: No. The form is signed without a notary, but its affidavit is signed under penalty of perjury. It also requires written proof that the applicant is authorized to apply for the organization.
What information does this application request?: It requests applicant and organization details, solicitation purpose and geographic area, proposed dates and times, solicitation methods, and the number of solicitors or peddlers.
What attachments may be required?: The application calls for written proof that the applicant is authorized to apply. If solicitation includes contributions, it also asks for current tax-exemption documentation.
How do I submit the Solicitor's Permit application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Solicitor's Permit – Organization Information doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Clayton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.