The Los Angeles City Fire Department has informed FilmLA that effective November 18, 2024, the hourly billing rate for a Uniformed Fire Safety Officer (UFSO) will increase from $122.00 per hour to $127.00 per hour.
Additionally, the Los Angeles City Film Spot Check Fee will also increase from $271.00 per permit to $287.00 per permit.
Policies regarding UFSO assignment will not change, including the four-hour minimum, plus 1 hour of travel time.
Questions about the new rates should be directed to Ngozi Mbamalu, Revenue Management Section, at (213) 978-3402 or Ngozi.mbamalu@lacity.org.
| Uniformed Fire Safety Officer (UFSO) | Hourly Rate (4-hour minimum plus 1-hour travel time) |
| Effective November 18, 2024 | $127.00 |
| LA City Film Spot Check Fee | Per Permit |
| Effective November 18, 2024 | $287.00 |