Get Ca Film Permit - City Of Lakewood 2016-2025

Federal law requires a permit for all commercial filming, no matter the size of the crew or the type of equipment. This includes individuals or small groups that don't use much equipment, but generate revenue by posting footage on websites, such as YouTube and TikTok.

Basic Fees CURRENT RATEPERNon-Profit Permit Application Fee$69.00AdjustmentNon-Profit Permit Rider Fee$34.00AdjustmentFilmLA Monitor Fee Minimum Applies$41.00HourStill Photo Application Fee Cast/Crew of 16 or more requires Motion rate*$82.00Permit7 more rows

The new policy requires a permit for any “commercial filming” on federally owned land, which sometimes could take weeks to obtain and can add up to hundreds of dollars per day. Without the permit, filmmakers and videographers who monetize their content are liable for fines, jail time or banishment from national parks.

Rules for filming on private property are much different in California and actually depend on the decisions of the property owner. Generally speaking, if you're filming on private property, you must seek permission to film from the property owner.

Who needs a permit? Anyone engaged in commercial (profit and sale) photography on state property – whether still, motion picture, or digital, for print, TV, theatres, or the Internet – is required to obtain a film permit from the CFC. Student filmmakers are also required to get a permit.

Anyone engaged in commercial (profit and sale) photography on state property – whether still, motion picture, or digital, for print, TV, theatres, or the Internet – is required to obtain a film permit from the CFC. Student filmmakers are also required to get a permit.