Handbills

Example of a Handbill

Los Altos Municipal Code section Chapter 9.08 - Handbills outlines rules and regulations pertaining the distribution of handbills door-to-door or direct in hand to a willing recipient within the City.

  • If a business wants to leave an advertisement at a private property they are allowed unless the resident has posted "No Handbills", "Handbills Prohibited" or "No Handbills Allowed" sign on their property. 
  • Printed matter, advertising sample, or device that is delivered to private property, must be distributed in such a manner that it will not be blown away.
  • A permit is not required if a business chooses to leave a handbill.  
  • It is unlawful for any person, or business to distribute on public property within the city of Los Altos, any handbill or advertising unless it is delivered directly to a person willing to accept the material. 

Online Code Enforcement Form

Please note: This form is for non-emergency use only, as submissions will only be reviewed during business hours. Code Enforcement may also be contacted by email CodeEnforcement@losaltosca.gov or by phone (650) 947-2775. 

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