Georgetown, IL · Vermilion County
Application for Transient Merchant and Itinerant Vendors
This application is for transient merchants and itinerant vendors seeking a Georgetown permit to sell merchandise or commodities.
What this form is
This application requests a City of Georgetown permit for transient merchants and itinerant vendors who plan to sell merchandise or commodities. It asks for applicant and business details, sales location and dates, vehicle information, permit history, and required licenses. Applicants must provide supporting documents, including a Vermilion County Health Department permit when selling food, and submit the completed application at least 15 days before permit issuance.
Who needs it
Transient merchants and itinerant vendors who plan to sell merchandise or commodities in Georgetown should complete this application.
How to submit it
Turn in the completed application and supporting documentation to the City Clerk’s office at 208 S. Walnut St., Georgetown, IL 61846, at least 15 days before permit issuance; the form lists a $50 fee.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the form says answers are under oath, but it does not require notarization.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the transient merchant and itinerant vendor application.
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Complete the Application
Provide applicant and business details, sales location and dates, vehicle information, and answers to the permit history questions.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Include required licenses or permits, identification copies for the applicant and workers, and a health department permit if selling food.
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Submit to the City Clerk
Turn in the application and supporting documents at 208 S. Walnut St., Georgetown, IL 61846, at least 15 days before permit issuance.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the transient merchant and itinerant vendor application for?
- It requests a City of Georgetown permit for vendors planning to sell merchandise or commodities, and collects applicant, business, sales location, and other permit information.
- What documents must I include with the application?
- The application requires copies of applicable licenses or permits and identification for the applicant and each worker. Food sellers must attach a Vermilion County Health Department permit.
- Do I need a notary for the transient merchant application?
- No. The form does not require notarization, though it states that application answers are made under oath.
- How do I submit the transient merchant application?
- Turn in the completed application and supporting documents to the City Clerk’s office at 208 S. Walnut St., Georgetown, IL 61846, at least 15 days before permit issuance.