COVINGTON, Ky. — Individuals and businesses planning to conduct door-to-door sales or solicitation in the City of Covington should familiarize themselves with the City's regulations before beginning their activities. 

The City has established rules governing door-to-door solicitation to protect residents, promote public safety, and ensure that individuals conducting commercial solicitation follow applicable requirements. 

What Are the Requirements? 

Individuals conducting door-to-door commercial solicitation in Covington should be aware of the following requirements: 

Permits: Individuals engaging in business-related solicitation must obtain the appropriate City permit before beginning their activities, unless an exemption applies. 

Identification: Permitted solicitors must display their City-issued identification while conducting solicitation activities. 

Hours of Operation: Door-to-door solicitation is prohibited between 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. 

No Solicitation Requests: Solicitors must comply with applicable restrictions concerning properties displaying "No Solicitation" signs and addresses registered on the City's no-solicitation list. 

Failure to comply with applicable requirements may result in enforcement action. Residents who wish to report non-compliance can contact the City Manager’s office by calling (859) 292-2160. 

Exceptions for Religious and Political Communications 

The City's commercial solicitation ordinance does not regulate door-to-door communications conducted for religious or political purposes. 

Individuals engaging in religious outreach, political canvassing, or similar noncommercial activities are not subject to the commercial solicitation permitting requirements outlined above. 

Where Can I Learn More? 

Residents, businesses, and individuals interested in conducting solicitation activities are encouraged to review the City's Code of Ordinances for additional information regarding applicable requirements, restrictions, exemptions, and enforcement provisions.