Elmira, NY · Chemung County

No notary required

Application for Hawker, Peddler, Canvassing or Solicitor License

This application is for people seeking a Town of Elmira license to peddle, solicit, or canvass and is filed with the Town Clerk.

What this form is

The Town of Elmira requires a license application for people acting as peddlers, canvassers, or solicitors in town, subject to the exceptions listed in Chapter 160. The form asks for applicant and business contact details, solicitation location, merchandise or services, employee names, vehicle and insurance information. It also lists driver’s-license copies and a liability certificate naming the Town as an additional insured among the required materials.

Who needs it

People seeking to peddle, canvass, or solicit in the Town of Elmira generally need to apply, subject to the exceptions in Chapter 160.

How to submit it

File the written application with the Town Clerk at 1255 W. Water Street, Elmira, NY 14905. The document lists a $100 fee and an additional $25 for each additional employee.

About notarization

This application has no notary block; it calls for driver’s-license copies and a liability certificate, with no notarized or sworn attachment mentioned.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Town of Elmira hawker, peddler, canvassing or solicitor license application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and business details, solicitation location, merchandise or services, employee names, vehicle information, and insurance details.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Documents

    Include copies of driver’s licenses for solicitors and a liability certificate naming the Town of Elmira as an additional insured.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Town Clerk

    File the application with the Town Clerk at 1255 W. Water Street, Elmira, NY 14905.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Elmira license application?
No. The application has no notary block and does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment. It calls for driver’s-license copies and a liability certificate.
Who should use this application?
People seeking a Town of Elmira license to peddle, canvass, or solicit should use this application, subject to the exceptions described in Chapter 160.
How do I submit the application?
File the written application with the Town Clerk at 1255 W. Water Street, Elmira, NY 14905. The document lists fees of $100 and $25 for each additional employee.

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