Permission Letter
DATE!
Mr.XXXXXXXX
This may sound like a strange request, so let me introduce myself: My name is (Your
Name) and I have lived in (Name of Town) for (Length of Time). I am (Your Age) years
old, married with four children. Normally I would prefer to approach you in person,
however I feel that a letter before hand is a better emissary than just knocking
on your door at an inconvenient time and invading your privacy.
I have been engaged in the hobby of metal detecting for (your number of years) and
find it a healthful, enjoyable pastime that allows me to meet many interesting people.
The thrill of finding old coins, buttons, etc. is very exciting to me.
Recently, I have researched information that your property and the area surrounding
it goes back many years. I would like to obtain permission for myself and a friend
to detect your property.
I want you to understand that I always respect the property that I search and try
to leave it in the same condition that I found it. Normally the targets are no deeper
than 4 or 5 inches and I retrieve them such that the ground appears not to be disturbed.
In addition, I would like to offer my services to you. Perhaps you or someone you
know has lost a valuable ring, a cache or a farm tool. I would be willing to assist
just for the thrill of the search.
I have enclosed a self addressed envelope for your convenience and would be happy
to meet with you if further discussion is required.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
(Your Name)
(Telephone Number)
