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Permit Requirement

According to Los Angeles County Code § 22.56.1925, an application for a temporary use (filming) permit must be filed for on-location filming within all unincorporated county areas, on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Standard Filming Hours

Normal filming hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Any request for filming outside these hours may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents and businesses have been individually contacted and to elicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity.

Filming Survey

The County of Los Angeles may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

Neighborhood Notification

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction. Processing notification for on-location filming requires a three day lead time before the first activity. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised exceptional activity may require more advanced notice.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmLA Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on County-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

Animal Exhibition

For exhibiting animals in a production within Los Angeles County, please use the application below provided by the Department of Animal Care and Control:
Application for Animal Exhibition Permit

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the County of Los Angeles must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.
Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $1,000,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Motion Capture (filming)
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The County of Los Angeles added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

County of Los Angeles Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Conditional Fees

	CURRENT RATE	PER
Fire Review Fee Cast/Crew 15+ Persons	$343.30	Permit
Fire Safety Officer	$215.47	Hour 4 Hour Minimum 24 Hour Cancelation
Fire Safety Advisor	$63.51	Hour 4 Hour Minimum 24 Hour Cancelation

Permit Requirement

In Culver City, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Culver City is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Hours

Monday - Friday	7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday	8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday	9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Police

Police personnel must be present at all times when filming activity takes place on public property, and/or accesses or impacts the public right of way. Per the Culver City Municipal Code, filming activity includes, still photography, or activity associated with the production of a film, video, television show, commercial advertisement or public service announcement, and also includes the setup and dismantling of all equipment.

Fire

An FSO is almost always required for interior film shoots regardless of whether the filming takes place on public or private property. Accordingly, a Culver City Fire Dept. spot check form may also need to be filled out. Download here:
Culver City Fire Dept. Spot Check Form

Posting / Temporary “No Parking” Signs

The Culver City Police Department no longer conducts the posting of No Parking signs; it is now the responsibility of the film permit applicant / production company to post for No Parking (upon properly securing the parking via the film permit).
Subsequently, the City does not provide the ‘No Parking’ signs.
Signs must be posted a minimum of 24-hours PRIOR to the beginning of the film shoot, for them to be legally enforceable, but no more than 72 hours in advance.
Requirements for posting:
In block capital letters, a minimum of 1 inch high, clearly print, on each sign that is posted:

• The effective day(s),
• date(s)
• hours
• and write: TOW-AWAY ZONE per CVC 22651
  • TNP signs SHALL NOT cover or obscure existing signs or parking meters heads.
  • TNP signs must be unobstructed and clearly visible by drivers on the street.

Post the TNP signs:

• Facing oncoming traffic, directly below all existing signage, and at a 45 degree angle to
  the street
• Fastened at both top and bottom
• Except when posted on a parking meter, a minimum of two TNP signs are always required with a maximum of 20’ (twenty feet) between them. When the area exceeds 20’ (twenty feet) in distance, additional signs should be placed a maximum of 20’ (twenty feet) apart.

All Temporary No Parking signs must be removed upon completion of the project or expiration of the signs, whichever comes first, by the permittee. Signs not removed after they expire will be removed by the City and a removal fee will be charged against the permittee.

Culver City Posting Rates:

$16.00, per day	Per metered space of posting
$8.00, per day	Per 20' non-metered space
$22.00, per day	Per metered space in the Downtown area
$11.00, per day	Per non-metered space in the Downtown area

Survey Requirements

Surveys are required for extended hours, from each residential property in a 300’ radius from the filming activity, and 70% approval is required from each of the dwelling units. For parking and equipment placement, surveys are required per the Municipal Code from everyone parked “adjacent” to or “directly impacted” by parking or equipment placement.

Culver City Survey Guidelines
Culver City Survey Form

Neighborhood Notification

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on‐location in Culver City must have insurance on file with Culver City and FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.
Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

REQUIRED INSURANCE COVERAGE

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

MINIMUM LIMITS (PER OCCURRENCE):

• $3,000,000 PER OCCURRENCE /$6,000,000 AGGREGATE – STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

• $3,000,000 PER OCCURRENCE /$6,000,000 AGGREGATE – FOR MOTION CAPTURE (FILMING)

ADDITIONAL INSURED

The City of Culver City added as additional insured; see PDF sample below for further instructions.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Culver City Insurance Sample / Requirements
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Permits for filming

In Diamond Bar, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Neighborhood Notification

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Special Forms

No special forms are required to film in this jurisdiction.

Filming Survey

The City of Diamond Bar may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmL.A. will provide a survey form and a map or list of addresses, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses. Survey Form

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Diamond Bar must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Motion Capture (filming)
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of Diamond Bar added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of Diamond Bar Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

In Fullerton, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Fullerton is closed every other Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmL.A. Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

FILMING SURVEY

The City of Fullerton may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Survey Form - English

Temporary No Parking Signs

Temporary “No Parking” signs may be posted by the Production Company or by a qualified outside traffic control company or barricade company. Signs must be installed 48 hours in advance, and are enforceable by the Fullerton Police Department. Only the City approved sign template below may be used, and all fields must be filled out completely.

Fullerton Temporary No Parking sign template

FILM ENCROACHMENT PERMIT

All filming which involves the use of City streets, parking structures, sidewalks, posting or lane closures, must obtain a Film Encroachment Permit. Production companies must fill out the Encroachment Permit below and submit it to FilmLA along with their permit application any time any of the activities listed above are requested. The fees are as follows:

FULLERTON STREET OCCUPANCY FEE: $122 (Per Location). This permit covers the cost of processing & issuance of the permit ($52) and minor event review by the City’s Traffic Division of Public Works ($70). This permit is required for basic sidewalk occupancy and/or reserved street parking.

FULLERTON CLOSURE FEE BASIC: $225 (Per Location). This permit covers the cost of processing & issuance of the permit ($52), event review by the City’s Traffic Division of Public Works ($70), and inspection services by the City’s Public Works Inspector ($103) as may be necessary. This permit is required for events requiring, but not limited to, lane/street closures, parking lot closures, and other action involving City personnel oversight.

FULLERTON CLOSURE FEE COMPLEX: $386 (Per Location). This permit covers the cost of processing & issuance of the permit ($52), inspection services by the City’s Public Works Inspector ($103), and comprehensive event review by the City’s Traffic Division of Public Works ($231). This permit is required for events requiring the aforementioned in addition to significant staff review and oversight.

Parking Fees: Fullerton Parking Space Fee (White Lined Spaces on Streets): $25.00 per space Fullerton Parking Lot/Structure Fee: $0.00 ($.12 per sq. ft. per day)

Application for Film Encroachment Permit

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Fullerton must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (Per Occurrence)

• $1,000,000 - Filming
• $500,000 - Still Photography

Additional Insured

• The City of Fullerton added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Fullerton Insurance Sample / Requirements
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

In the City of Gardena, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmLA Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

FILMING SURVEY

The City of Gardena may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Survey Form - English

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Gardena must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (Per Occurrence)

• $1,000,000 - Filming
• $1,000,000 - Still Photography

Additional Insured

• The City of Gardena added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Gardena Insurance Guidelines

FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of four to six full business days prior to the first activity date (not including Fridays.)

For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

FILMING HOURS

Normal filming hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekends. Any request for filming outside these hours may require a filming survey showing significant support for the requested activity from the affected residents.

FILMING SURVEY

The City of Glendale may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

 Click here for Survey Guidelines and Forms

Surveys are typically required for the following reasons:

• Filming outside of normal filming hours
• Frequency of filming
• Filming that exceeds 5 days in a row in a residential area
• Excessive posting requests
• Full street closure requests

POLICE

Police officer(s) may be required for the following activity:

• Intermittent traffic or pedestrian control
• Stunts/special effects/brandishing of weapons/simulated gunfire
• Scenes that depict emergency vehicles or personnel
• Filming with more than ten cast/crew in the public right of way
• Street closures
• Driving scenes or grids
• Staging or filming activity in the public right of way
• For any other reason as determined by the Glendale Police Department

SPECIAL EFFECTS PERMIT

Filming involving the use of fire, pyrotechnics, or other special effects will be required to obtain a special effects permit using the City’s online portal. Productions may apply at Glendale Fire Permit Portal. Productions having questions or difficulties with applying online should try calling Glendale’s Permit Services – Fire Engineering Unit at 818-548-3207.

PARKING

Production is required to post the NO PARKING signs at least 30 hours prior to the start of the “no parking” period.

Signs must be posted in accordance with the City of Glendale Installation of “Temporary No Parking” Sign Guidelines.

Temporary No Parking Sign Guidelines

Sample Sign

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Notification is required for all permits. There is a 500 ft. radius minimum for shoots. A larger radius will be determined based on proposed activity and requested parking, including lane or full closures of streets.

PARKS

Production must verify the availability of Parks Department properties as well as the feasibility of filming requests with the Parks department (818) 937-7442.

A separate Glendale Parks Department application and plot plan must be submitted to the Parks Department directly, this is in addition to the MyFilmLA permit application that must be submitted for filming within the City of Glendale.

A copy of the Parks Department permit application can be found here:

Parks Department Permit Application

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Filming in the Montrose Shopping Park requires approval from the Montrose Shopping Park Association (MSPA) and typically requires two weeks to process. Here is a link to the MSPA website: https://shopmontrose.com/

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Glendale must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

REQUIRED INSURANCE COVERAGE

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

MINIMUM LIMITS (PER OCCURRENCE)

• $1,000,000 – Filming/Photography
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft Use

ADDITIONAL INSURED

• The City of Glendale added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

INSURANCE SUBMISSION

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.
If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at (213) 977-8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of Glendale Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Permits for Filming

In the City of Industry, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Neighborhood Notification

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Special Forms

No special forms are required to film in this jurisdiction.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Industry must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Motion Capture (filming)
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of Industry added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of Industry Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Permit Requirements

A temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming of a commercial nature, conducted on both public and private property, within the city’s jurisdiction.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

La Habra Heights is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Survey

The City of La Habra Heights may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

Neighborhood Notification

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Monitors

When necessary, a FilmLA Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of La Habra Heights must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits

• $1,000,000 - Per occurrence
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft or pyrotechnics use

Additional Insured

• The City of La Habra Heights added as additional insured see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of La Habra Heights Hold Harmless Agreement
City of La Habra Heights Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Permit Requirement

In the City of Lancaster, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property. Exceptions are news crews, family videoing, and filming that takes place entirely on a certified sound stage.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Standard Filming Hours

Normal filming hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Any request for filming outside these hours may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents and businesses have been individually contacted and to elicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity.

Private Property

The production company is required to obtain the property owner’s permission, consent, and/or lease for use of property not owned or controlled by the City. A consent form is available for download here: Lancaster Private Property Consent Form

City-Owned Facilities

All City of Lancaster-owned facilities require a mandatory tech scout at least three days prior to the start of prep/filming. This will affect the turnaround time needed to process your film permit application.

Gunfire / Firearms

Gunfire or the brandishing of firearms must be identified in the permit request. This activity requires a Sheriff be present to ensure safety and proper notification to appropriate law enforcement offices. Gunfire requires extensive notification beyond the standard 500′ to ensure all those potentially affected by filming are aware of the activity. If deemed necessary by the City of Lancaster, a Filming Survey may be required to ensure affected community members are well informed of the activity and any potential concerns are addressed.

Inspection

The production must allow inspection of the film site by City of Lancaster staff at any time. A copy of the approved permit must remain at the filming location.

Posted Parking

Production companies are responsible for posting “no parking” signs 48 hours prior to the restriction being effective. If the signs are not up 48 hours prior, the signs are NOT enforceable. Signs may be picked up at the Lancaster Film Office or from FilmL.A. City staff will conduct inspections to ensure everything is posted properly.

Restoration

The permittee shall restore the site to the original condition upon completion of shooting unless otherwise approved by the property owner.

Sheriff

Production companies are responsible for contacting and hiring Sheriff Deputies if required by their permit. All Sheriff Deputies have the authority to enforce all filming permits issued within the city limits of the City of Lancaster. They are authorized to enforce, modify or revoke a permit for safety reasons.

Signage

All signs erected for filming purposes shall be removed upon completion of filming activity as conditioned by the permit. If not removed within 48 hours, the City will remove them and may levy a fee against the production.

Special Effects

Any filming activity that requires the use of flammable materials, explosive devices or open flames is considered a special effect. FilmL.A. submits all permit requests directly to the Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Desk for approval of all special effects. Special effects may require extensive notification to residents and businesses beyond the standard 500′ to ensure that all those potentially affected by the activity are notified. If deemed necessary by the City of Lancaster, a Filming Survey may be required to ensure affected community members have been contacted and their concerns (if any) regarding the activity are addressed.

Traffic Control

A traffic control plan may be required if filming will necessitate intermittent traffic control (ITC) or any impact on the flow of traffic. ITC is allowed on most roadways but is limited to two (2) minutes at a time. Production companies are required to use Los Angeles County Sheriff(s) for any filming requiring ITC within the City of Lancaster. The California Highway Patrol may be used if locations are in both the City of Lancaster and unincorporated Los Angeles County. The production company is responsible for ordering and paying the required officer(s).

Filming Survey

The City of Lancaster may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.
Community Survey Information and Forms

Neighborhood Notification

Notification of residents and/or businesses within 500′ of the filming location and associated activity generally requires a minimum of two working days in advance of the first filming day. Complicated filming activities may require notification of additional areas to be determined by the City of Lancaster. FilmLA’s standard notification service may be used.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmL.A. Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Lancaster must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Combined single limit liability on a per occurrence basis
• $2,000,000 - General Aggregate
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft or pyrotechnics use

Additional Insured

• The City of Lancaster added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Hold Harmless for the City of Lancaster must also be submitted to FilmLA (see link below).

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Lancaster Insurance Guidelines / Sample
Lancaster Hold Harmless Agreement Form
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

+ Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of over 15 people will incur the Motion application fee.

PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

A temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming of a commercial nature, conducted on both public and private property, within Monterey Park’s jurisdiction.

City of Monterey Park - Private Property Permission Form

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Monterey Park is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Survey

The City of Monterey Park may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

MONITORS

When necessary, a FilmL.A. Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Monterey Park must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits

• $1,000,000 - Per occurrence
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of Monterey Park added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of Monterey Park Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

In Newport Beach, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of five full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

STANDARD HOURS

The City of Newport Beach maintains strict standard filming hours of 7AM-9PM in residential areas. Surveys are not an option for extended hours. Beaches may start at 6AM pending review by the city.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmLA Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

SPECIAL FORMS

Several special forms are required to film in this jurisdiction. See items below.

Newport Beach - Fire Dept. - Permit to Operate Form

Newport Beach - Public Works - Street Closure Form

Newport Beach - Parks and Recreation - Reservation Request Form

Newport Beach - Private Property Consent Form

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Newport Beach must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits

• $1,000,000 - Per occurrence
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of Newport Beach added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Newport Beach Insurance Guidelines
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

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In addition to FilmLAs standard fees for service, the City of Newport Beach charges the following review fees for filming within its jurisdiction:

	PREVIOUS	NEW RATE 7/1/2024	PER
Permit Review Fee - Cast/Crew 5 or Fewer	$12	$13	Location
Permit Review Fee - Cast/Crew 6 or More	$51	$54	Location

Permits for Filming

In the City of Palmdale, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Palmdale is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

City-Owned Facilities

All City of Palmdale-owned facilities require a mandatory tech scout at least three days prior to the start of prep/filming. This will affect the turnaround time needed to process your film permit application.

Filming Hours

Normal filming hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Any request for filming outside these hours may require a filming survey showing significant support of the requested activity from the affected residents.

Filming Survey

The City of Palmdale may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

Fire

FilmLA will submit all permits to the LA County Fire Department Film Desk for review and determination of the need for Fire Safety Advisors/Officers and water trucks on-site during filming and will advise the production company of any assignment made or water truck requirement.

Gunfire / Firearms

Gunfire or the brandishing of firearms must be identified in the permit request. This activity requires a Sheriff Deputy be present to ensure safety and proper notification to appropriate law enforcement offices. Gunfire requires extensive notification beyond the standard 500' to ensure all those potentially affected by filming are aware of the activity. If deemed necessary by the City of Palmdale, a Filming Survey may be required showing significant support of the requested activity from affected residents.

Inspection

The production must allow inspection of the film site by City of Palmdale staff at any time. A copy of the approved permit must remain at the filming location.

Posted Parking

Production companies are responsible for posting "no parking" signs 48 hours prior to the restriction being effective. If the signs are not up 48 hours prior, the signs are NOT enforceable. Signs may be picked up at the Palmdale Film Office or from FilmL.A. City staff will conduct inspections to ensure everything is posted properly.

Private Property

The production company is required to obtain the property owner's permission, consent, and/or lease for use of property not owned or controlled by the City. A consent form is available for download here.

Restoration

The permittee shall restore the site to the original condition upon completion of shooting unless otherwise approved by the property owner.

Sheriff

Production companies are responsible for contacting and hiring Sheriff Deputies if required by their permit. All Sheriff Deputies have the authority to enforce all filming permits issued within the city limits of the City of Palmdale. They are authorized to enforce, modify or revoke a permit for safety reasons.

Signage

All signs erected for filming purposes shall be removed upon completion of filming activity as conditioned by the permit. If not removed within 48 hours, the City will remove them and may levy a fee against the production.

Special Effects

Any filming activity that requires the use of flammable materials, explosive devices or open flames is considered a special effect. FilmL.A. submits all permit requests directly to the Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Desk for approval of all special effects. Special effects may require extensive notification to residents and businesses beyond the standard 500' to ensure that all those potentially affected by the activity are notified. If deemed necessary by the City of Palmdale, a Filming Survey may be required, showing significant support of the requested activity from affected residents.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a city inspector will be assigned to any production filming on City-owned property, or includes complicated filming activity or takes place in a frequently filmed area, etc. The cost of the inspector will be billed to the production company.

Traffic Control

A traffic control plan may be required if filming will necessitate intermittent traffic control (ITC) or any impact on the flow of traffic. ITC is allowed on most roadways, but is limited to two (2) minutes at a time. Production companies are required to use Los Angeles County Sheriff Deputies for any filming requiring ITC within the City of Palmdale. The CHP may be used if locations are in both the City of Palmdale and unincorporated Los Angeles County. The production company is responsible for ordering and paying the required officer(s).

Neighborhood Notification

Notification of residents and/or businesses within 500' of the filming location and associated activity generally requires a minimum of two working days in advance of the first filming day. Complicated filming activities may require notification of additional areas to be determined by the City of Palmdale. FilmLA's standard notification service may also be used.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Palmdale must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Motion Capture (filming)
• $2,000,000 - General Aggregate
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft or Pyrotechnics use

Additional Insured

• The City of Palmdale added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Hold Harmless for the City of Palmdale must also be submitted to FilmLA (see link below).

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Palmdale Insurance Guidelines
Palmdale Hold Harmless Agreement Form
FilmLA Insurance Sample
Palmdale Private Property Consent Form

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of five full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

San Fernando is closed every other Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Hours

Standard filming hours in residential areas are 7:00 am to 10:00 pm every day of the week. Hours for commercial areas are from 7:00 am to 12:00 am. Surveys can be conducted to request activity after normal filming hours.

Survey Requirements

• Surveys are required for filming outside of normal filming hours
• Frequency of filming
• Filming that exceeds 5 days in a row in a residential area
• Excessive posting requests
• Full street closure requests
• Large film shoots in the San Fernando Outdoor Mall area that request excessive posting and/or lane or street closures

Police

Police officer(s) are generally required for the following activity:

• Intermittent traffic control or any traffic diversion
• Special effects activity, including gunfire
• Stunts that involve the public right away (sidewalks, curbs, and streets)
• Full closures of streets
• Any filming on City property
• Driving grids
• Walking grids (if impacts public right of way)
  + Any other instance that SFPD deems appropriate

Parking

Production is required to post the NO PARKING signs at least 24 hours prior to the start of the “no parking” period.

Neighborhood Notification

Notification is required for all permits. There is a 500 ft. radius minimum for shoots. A larger radius will be determined by the FilmLA coordinator based on proposed activity and requested parking, including lane or full closures of streets. A 200 ft. radius may be allowed for smaller shoots.

Other Special Requirements

The property in which filming will occur must have a business license if:
1) it is a business; or 2) if it is residential and not owner-occupied.

It is up to the production company to determine whether their proposed location(s) has/needs a business license. Residential properties being used as rentals will require a business license.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of San Fernando must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

REQUIRED INSURANCE COVERAGE

•  Commercial General Liability
  
• Auto Liability
  
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

MINIMUM LIMITS (PER OCCURRENCE)

• $1,000,000 – Filming/Photography
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft Use

ADDITIONAL INSURED

• The City of San Fernando added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
•   FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

INSURANCE SUBMISSION

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at (213) 977-8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of San Fernando Insurance Guidelines

FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

In Santa Monica, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on public property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of five full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Santa Monica  is closed every other Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com

Filming Survey

The City of Santa Monica may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms
Santa Monica Extended Hours Survey Form

Parking for Filming-Related Activities

Signatures for parking in permitted areas will be required.
Santa Monica - Posting Survey Form

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

Special Monitors

When necessary, a FilmL.A. Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

SPECIAL FORMS

Several special forms are required to film in this jurisdiction. See items below.

Santa Monica - Temporary No Parking Guidelines

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Santa Monica must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits

• $1,000,000 - Per occurrence.
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of Santa Monica added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• For Santa Monica Pier additional insured required; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• For Downtown Santa Monica additional insured required; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

Santa Monica Insurance Guidelines
Santa Monica (Downtown) Insurance Guidelines
Santa Monica (Pier) Insurance Guidelines
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

In the City of South Gate, a temporary use (filming) permit is required for all on-location filming on both public and private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

South Gate is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Survey

The City of South Gate may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

NEIGHBORHOOD NOTIFICATION

Our standard notification service satisfies all neighborhood notification requirements for this jurisdiction.

SPECIAL MONITORS

When necessary, a FilmL.A. Monitor will be assigned to an individual production which includes filming that occurs on City-owned property, complicated filming activity and frequently filmed areas, etc. The cost of a monitor will be billed to the production company.

Special Forms

No special forms are required to film in this jurisdiction.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of South Gate must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits (per occurrence)

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - Motion Capture (filming)
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use

Additional Insured

• The City of South Gate added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmLA must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Hold Harmless for the City of South Gate must also be submitted to FilmLA (see link below).

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of South Gate Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample
City of South Gate Hold Harmless Agreement

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.

PERMITS FOR FILMING

A film permit is required for all commercial filming activity within the City of Vernon, whether on public property, public right-of-way or private property.

Application Submission

Processing for on-location filming requires a minimum of three full business days prior to first activity date. This does not include the date of submission. Please be advised certain activities may require more advance notice.

Vernon is closed every Friday. The application submission deadline does not include Fridays when the City is closed. For clarification on deadlines please contact Solution Services at (213) 977-8600 or info@filmla.com.

Filming Survey

The City of Vernon may require a filming survey, designed to demonstrate that affected residents/businesses have been individually contacted and to solicit individual concerns (if any) regarding the requested activity. FilmLA will provide a survey form, guidelines, sample letter, and a sample map, but the production company is responsible for surveying affected residents and businesses.

Community Survey Information and Forms

Filming on Public Right-of-Way

If production companies are requesting to park equipment vehicles in areas that are not normally allowed, temporary “No Parking” signs must be posted by the City of Vernon. Posting requests must be submitted on the permit application to FilmL.A. a minimum of 48 hours prior to first prep or film date. Production companies must comply with all ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements. The production company shall furnish and install advance warning signs and any other traffic control devices in conformance with the Manual of Traffic Controls, State of California, Department of Transportation. All safety precautions must be taken.
Any construction by City of Vernon crews and/or private contractors, under permit or contract, shall have priority over filming activity.
No person shall use water from a public fire hydrant unless permission is obtained from the City of Vernon Water Department.

Filming in Los Angeles Flood Control Channels Or Army Corp Properties

When filming in or on LA County Flood Control or Army Corp properties, Production companies must contact the appropriate department/agencies to obtain permission for film. The approval information will be added to the FilmL.A. permit for the City of Vernon.

City of Vernon Fire Department

The Fire Department will review all filming permit requests. The review of all permits is meant to assure overall safety and adherence to applicable laws and codes. On the application, production companies must provide a complete description of activity, all set construction areas, painting & storage areas and a plot plan of all areas to be utilized.
The City of Vernon will make a Fire Safety Officer assignment on an as needed basis (special effects, large number of extras, open facility etc.).
Walk-throughs of locations will be required on a case by case basis and may incur additional fees.
When a production company has requested special effects, a licensed special effects person is required to contact the Vernon Fire Department at (323) 583-8811 ext 307 or 308 to obtain a special effects permit.

City of Vernon Health Department

The City of Vernon Health Department is responsible for the health and public safety of its citizens. Production companies must comply with codes governing hazardous materials and all health standards in providing the appropriate number of restrooms, and sanitary conditions for food preparation. Catering companies must display a current health permit and documentation of food handler certification as well as a vehicle inspection done within the last 90 days. The following guidelines will be evaluated when reviewing permit application for approval. Health Department forms will be attached to the application by a FilmL.A. coordinator for approval.

Restrooms: Adequate restrooms shall be provided or made available to facilitate the crew on site. Any additional mobile trailers used must have water for hand washing. “Port-a-potties” are not allowed.
Solid Waste & Trash: All solid waste and trash generated shall be properly removed and disposed of. Any debris generated from the building of sets, shall be recycled whenever possible.
Catering: All catering shall be provided by a licensed caterer. A copy of the current local health permit (Vernon‟s, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura, or similar) shall be submitted along with a copy of the latest inspection report and the Food Handlers/Managers Certification. Caterers without valid documentation must apply for a new Vernon Health Permit at Vernon City Hall. (If you are using local restaurants to supply limited food service, please provide the name and addressed of facility to be used.)
Craft Service: Provide a name and telephone number of the company/person providing service. Craft services are restricted to serving non-perishable, single service, individually wrapped and labeled foods. No food preparation is permitted (sandwiches, smoothies, etc.)
Hazardous Materials: No hazardous materials or wastes shall be used or generated unless approved by this office in advance. A local permit allowing use of hazardous materials must be provided prior to approval.

Film permits that address each concern in the manner specified are given approval by our department. Film permits not requiring any of the specified items must state that they are N/A or explain why they are not required (small production units, student films, etc., may be exempt).

City of Vernon Health Inspection Form

City of Vernon Building Department

An occupancy inspection may be required for any set building or filming activity which would impact the structure of the existing building.

City of Vernon Police Department

The responsibility of the City of Vernon Police Department includes vehicle parking and traffic control. All permittees must conform to the Manual of Traffic Controls, State of California Department of Transportation.
When filming in the City of Vernon, production companies must use off-duty City of Vernon police officers. Per City of Vernon Resolution 7141, all filming in the city requires a minimum of two (2) off-duty City of Vernon Police Officers. Intermittent traffic control will be considered following an approved traffic plan and will require a minimum of two (2) City of Vernon police officers.
Any special requests, such as, additional traffic control, driving in reverse of flow of traffic, detouring over double yellow line, use of simulated gunfire, or use of explosives must be submitted on the permit request and authorized by the Police Department.

City of Vernon Fire Department Guidelines

Access:

• Fire lanes shall be kept clear (20 feet)
• Hydrants shall not be blocked
• Fire Department connections and standpipe connections shall remain clear at all times
• Filming location and associated areas, shall be cleaned and maintained on a daily basis

Parking:

• All vehicles shall be parked in designated and properly maintained areas.

Exits:

• All designated exits signs shall be kept clear and visible
• There shall be no flammable liquids, LPG stage tanks, or pyrotechnics kept near any exit.

Flammable Liquids and Gases:

• All flammable liquids and gases must be stored in approved containers and kept away from heat sources
• Pressure vessels shall be secured and identified as to contents.
• Supply and receiving vessels shall be bonded together
• There shall be proper ventilation to prevent any accumulation of flammable vapors

Electrical and Lighting:

• Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute for permanent wiring of the building
• Air conditioning shall be properly grounded.
• Cables shall be properly protected, bundled, and kept clear of exit areas

Smoking:

• Smoking will be permitted in designated areas only

Miscellaneous:

• The film permit must be on site at all times
• The sprinkler system shall be fully operational, and fire extinguishers shall be present and ready to use
• Any open burning shall be done in compliance with air pollution control guidelines
• Materials and fabrics shall be of approved flame retardant substances.

Final Approval

FilmLA will send an approval communiqué through their Online Permitting System (OPS) to each department as needed based on the requested location and activity. No permit will be released until all required City of Vernon departments have approved.

Filmmakers seeking permits to film on-location in the City of Vernon must have insurance on file with FilmLA. If you do not have insurance on file, please provide us with mandatory insurance as per the insurance requirements below.

Insurance coverage limits may vary based on activity and location. We do not advise you to purchase insurance without first discussing your filming plans with a FilmLA insurance specialist.

Please forward all insurance requirements for this jurisdiction to your broker for processing.

Final permits will not be released until all insurance has been reviewed and approved by our office, so please submit your insurance certificates as soon as possible.

Required Insurance Coverage

• Commercial General Liability
• Auto Liability
• Proof of Workers’ Compensation

Minimum Limits

• $500,000 - Still Photography only
• $1,000,000 - General Liability per occurrence
• $2,000,000 - General Aggregate
• $5,000,000 - Aircraft use
• Excess liability (when required)

Additional Insured

• The City of Vernon added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.
• FilmL.A. must also be added as additional insured; see link below for specific wording and sample.

Insurance Submission

You may submit insurance documentation via MyFilmLA using the file upload link. This upload link can be found in the request email sent to you from the Insurance Department.

If you have any questions about our requirements, please contact our office at 213.977.8600 and ask to speak with an insurance specialist.

City of Vernon Insurance Guidelines / Sample
FilmLA Insurance Sample

When you request a film permit from FilmLA, you agree to pay all FilmLA required fees and charges, including, but not limited to: permit application fees, notification fees and monitoring fees. Total fees applied to your permit will vary depending on the location(s) used, type of production, and the impact and duration of your proposed filming activity.

Government-required fees must also be paid when you retrieve your permit. Please note that FilmLA does not set or control the filming-related fees charged by its government partners. Contact Solution Services to discuss which if any additional fees will apply to your specific production.

Basic Fees

	RATE	PER
Permit Application Fee Up to 5 Locations, 7 Consecutive Days	$931	Permit
Drone Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Helicopter Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Gunfire Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Special FX - Explosion & Smoke Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Lane Closure Administration Fee	$78	Involved Location
Permit Rider Fee During Business Hours	$148.75	Rider
Permit Rider Fee After Business Hours	$208	Rider
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit App Fee	$73	Permit
Non-Profit (PSA) Permit Rider Fee	$36	Rider
Still Photo Application Fee* Cast/Crew of 16+ requires Motion Rate	$104	Permit
Still Photo Rider Fee	$31	Rider
Student Permit Fee (simple)	$52	Permit
Student Permit Fee (complex)	$134	Permit
Notification Fee Base Radius	$232	Radius
FilmLA Monitor Fee** Minimum Applies. Subject to OT and DT.	$44.50	Hour
* Still photo productions with a cast / crew size of 16 or more people will incur the Motion application fee. Any B-roll or motion filming in conjunction with a still photo shoot will also incur the Motion rate. Additionally, for crews of this size or larger, an $271.00 LAFD Spot Check Surcharge will also be assessed. ** The FilmLA monitor service is charged in hourly increments based on time at location. For example, if monitor service is required from 6am-10pm, the breakdown of service hours would be 8 Regular hours, 4 overtime hours, and 4 double time hours to cover the service, whether completed by one or multiple monitors.