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Town Clerk Services /  Solicitor's, Vendor's, Peddler's, Food Truck Permits

Solicitor's, Vendor's, Peddler's Permit

Anyone wishing to sell a product via door-to-door sales, from a vehicle, or from someone else's property must have a permit. The fee of $50.00 per person can be paid at the Town Clerk's Office. There are no refunds for applications that are denied. The permit is valid for 90 days from the date of approval. Please allow a five day waiting period while a background search is conducted by the Amherst Police.

If conducting business on someone else's property, the following must be provided:

  • a letter of permission from the property owner, including name, address and phone number
  • the address of the property
  • a map of the location of the property (please attach a copy of the survey if possible) showing displays and off-street parking

Solicitor's, Vendor's, Peddler's Permit Application


Food Truck Permits

  • The fee for the first food truck is $250 a year. Each additional vehicle is $250.00 a year. Every renewal is $250.00. A One Time Event is $100.
  • A copy of your Health Department Operating Permit needs to be submitted before the application can be accepted.
  • You must have your vehicle inspected annually by the Town Fire Inspectors. Call (716) 631-7140 or email bparnell@amherst.ny.us to schedule an appointment.

Food Truck Permit Application

About Amherst

The Town of Amherst was established in 1818 and celebrated its 200th Anniversary in 2018. The town has a geographical area of 53.6 square miles and a population of greater than 122,000.

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