The Community Filming Survey (aka “filming survey,” or “community survey”) is an integral part of the permit coordination process . Even though dozens of these surveys are conducted each week, their purpose and the rules that govern them are sometimes a mystery to Angelenos. To speak directly to some of the misinformation out there, here is a short overview of … Read More
FilmLA Report Reveals Strong Demand for LA Area Sound Stages & Backlots
High Occupancy, Utilization Rates See Increased Interest in Local Development Today, FilmLA issued its fourth Sound Stage Production Report, updating for the year 2020 the ongoing study of occupancy and utilization of certified sound stages in Greater Los Angeles. The time period covered by this update, marked by an unprecedented global filming shut down due to COVID-19, lends special significance … Read More
Five Mistakes to Avoid for First-time Permit Applicants
FilmLA is proud to serve the Greater Los Angeles film community. As part of the support we provide, we aim to make the permit process as straightforward as possible. With that goal in mind, here are the top five mistakes made by first-time film permit applicants, and how you can avoid them on your next shoot. (1) Missing Permit Application … Read More
UPDATE: MyFilmLA System Update Schedule Extended
Updated: March 9th @5:20pm For the weekend of March 12th to March 13th, MyFilmLA will be unavailable beginning at noon on Saturday 3/12 through approximately 6 p.m. on Sunday, 3/13. Permit applicants who anticipate filming from March 12th through March 14th should take delivery of finalized permits on Friday March 11th, if possible. A recent FilmLA Production Alert announced a … Read More
LA City Park Film Office Application Deadline Restored
The City of Los Angeles Park Film Office (PFO) has informed FilmLA that it is resuming its standard processing schedule for property reservations and permits for filming, effective today. PFO’s temporary five-day processing window, in effect since January 12, 2022, is hereby withdrawn. Moving forward, film permits and reservations can again be obtained three full business days prior to the … Read More