Itinerant Merchant License

A merchant that does not have a permanent location in the city and sells goods for less than six consecutive months. Every person proposing to conduct, carry on or pursue the business of peddling, or of an itinerant merchant, or of a transient vendor, or begging or soliciting alms within the city, shall make application to the city for a license to do so. The applicant shall pay a fee at the time the license is issued. The application shall remain on file for a minimum of 30 days before the license is issued. The license shall be valid for one year only.

Itinerant Merchant License Application & Itinerant Merchant Ordinance

Steps to acquire an Itinerant Merchant license:

1) Complete the application.

2) Bring a permission slip from the property owner saying they can sell on the property.

3) Need a copy of driver's license or I.D. of who is selling.

4) The Planning Department will verify the property is zoned properly and also issue a temporary permit if the zoning is appropriate.

5) Pay $100 fee once approved and license is issued.

Special Events/Festivals

Contact zoning first to obtain a temporary use permit, (919) 718-4656 at 900 Woodland Ave.

Special Events/Festivals Application

Taxi

Each cab shall be inspected by the police department. Contact Harold Layton for forms and to schedule an inspection (919) 775-8266. A privilege license also has to be obtained for each taxi. A privilege license application should be filled out for the company with a list of taxis along with proof of insurance for each taxi.

Beer/Wine License

A City of Sanford beer/wine application must be completed in its entirety and be accompanied by a copy of the state ABC license to apply for a local license.