Lawton, MI · Van Buren County
Peddling, Soliciting & Temporary Business Application and License
This application is for people seeking a Lawton license to peddle, solicit, sell door to door, or operate a temporary business or roadside stand.
What this form is
The form states that solicitors, transient merchants, door-to-door salespersons, roadside stands, and temporary businesses must obtain a license before operating in the Village. Applicants provide their name, address or affiliated organization, operating dates and hours, activity location, and contact information. It also requests vehicle details when applicable and applicable sales tax and food service license information.
Who needs it
People or businesses planning to solicit, sell door to door, operate a roadside stand, or run a temporary business in Lawton need this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists a fee of $75 per month and an approval section for the Lawton Clerk or designee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; the form lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Peddling, Soliciting & Temporary Business Application and License.
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Complete the Application
Enter applicant details, operating dates and hours, proposed location, and other applicable information requested on the form.
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Gather Required Information
Have valid state identification information available. Include a copy of the current-year food service license when applicable.
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Submit to the City
Submit the completed application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who needs the Peddling, Soliciting & Temporary Business Application?
- Solicitors, transient merchants, door-to-door salespersons, roadside stands, and temporary businesses must obtain a license before operating in the Village.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and contact information, operating dates and hours, proposed location, and applicable vehicle, sales tax license, and food service license details.
- Do I need a notary for the Peddling, Soliciting & Temporary Business Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates this form without a notary. The form lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists a $75 per month fee.