Peddler/Canvasser/Transient Merchant License

A permit is required for individuals selling goods door-to-door, soliciting, or operating as transient merchants in the City.

You need this license if you are:

Selling products door-to-door
Canvassing for donations or sales
Operating as a transient merchant

What You Need to Apply

Current drivers license
Business details and intentions
References from 2 city residents
Certificate of Insurance including a Surety Bond
- $500 - permit for 6 months or less
- $1000 - permit for more than 6 months

Steps to Apply

Complete the form below
Provide identification and required documentation
Clerk’s Office reviews the application and Richland Center Police Department will perform a background check to verify information provided
The City Clerk will issue your license in as timely of a manner as is possible once it is approved
- All annual licenses expire on December 31st

Fees

$2 Application fee is required for each applicant prior to processing the license application
Once Approved, additional License Fees accessed are as follows:
- City of Richland Center Property Owner: $1.00/Day, $4.00/Week, $10.00/Month, $50.00/Year
- Non-Property Owner: $1.50/Day, $6.00/Week, $18.00/Month, $90.00/Year

How to Pay for Fees

Online Payments
- Please include the License or Permit type in description
- A processing fee will be applied by allpaid
Deliver or Mail to 450 S Main Street, Richland Center, WI 53581
- Office Hours are 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Helpful Links

Municipal Code Chapter 290

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Supporting Documents

Peddler/Canvasser/Transient Merchant Application (871 KB)

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Duration of Presence in the City *

please include date range you are requesting a license for

Applicant Information

Last Name *

First Name *

Middle Initial *

Date of Birth *

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Driver's License Number *

Height *

Weight *

Hair Color

Gender *

Male

Female

Race *

Residence Street Address *

City, State, Zip Code *

Mailing Address

if different than above

Phone Number *

Email *

Other Identifying Names

maiden name or aliases, etc.

Vehicle Information

License Plate Number *

Make & Model *

Year *

Color *

Business Information

Are you self-employed? *

Yes

Business Name *

DBA Name

if applicable

Street Address *

City, State, Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Business Email

Brief description of goods or services to be sold *

please include a general description of what you will offer

Sellers Permit Number *

if applicable

Insurance Carrier *

Policy Number *

Surety Bond Amount $

References

must provide two

Reference 1: *

Include: Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, and if a Richland Center resident

Reference 2: *

Include: Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, and if a Richland Center resident

List the last three cities where this same business was last conducted *

Infraction History

Have you ever been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor crime? *

Yes

List CONVICTIONS for citations, tickets, municipal/ordinance violations, or criminal charges (excluding parking tickets)

Include: Year, Charge, and Court Location

Do you currently have any felony or misdemeanor charges pending against you? *

Yes

List PENDING citations, tickets, or criminal charges (excluding parking tickets)

Include: Year, Charge, and Court Location

The undersigned, by signing this application, hereby authorize and consent to such inquiry and/or investigation as the City of Richland Center deems necessary to determine whether this applicant and/or the application meets all requirements of the ordinances of the City for the issuance of said license. I further certify I understand that any material falsification in the application may be basis for denial of the application or the revocation of any license issued by the city pursuant to this application.

Applicant Virtual Signature *

Applicant must provide the following items to complete the application:

Copy of Driver's License

Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf doc.

Certificate of Insurance

include proof of Surety Bond running to the City in the amount of $500 (if seeking application for less than 6 months) or $1000 (if seeking application for greater than 6 months)
Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: gif jpg jpeg png pdf doc.

City Clerk / Treasurer

Contact Information

Address:
City of Richland Center Municipal Building
450 South Main Street
Richland Center, WI 53581

Phone:
(608) 647-3466

Fax:
(608) 647-8360

Hours:
Monday - Friday:

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

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