The steps outlined below can guide you through our simple process. If approved, a filmphotography permit will be issued which outlines conditions and supplementary requirements associated with the production. Permits must be obtained prior to undertaking regulated activities as defined in the park rules and regulations applicants should read all permit terms and conditions prior to submitting an application permits are not issued for weekends or holidays. Information on special event and film permits how to apply for a special event permit. Prospect park is a popular location for film, television and photo shoots.
You will be required to create a project and enter production information and insurance information. Permits and services guidelines for filming and photography in new york. Please allow at least five business days for park manager to respond to your request. Receive assistance with filming happening in your neighborhood. Office of parks, recreation and historic preservation page 7 filmingphotographysound recording permit 2. All players must have permits or singleplay onetime use tickets in order to use a tennis court. The mayors office of film, theatre and broadcasting provides permit applications and instructions. Filming in city parks, interiors within city buildings, bridges, subways or. Thank you for your interest in filming in madison square park. Carl schurz park is a new york city park, governed by the rules of the nyc department of parks and recreation. The requirements, fees, and process for obtaining a permit depend on where the filming or photography will take place.
The office of film, theatre and broadcasting issues permits to productions filming on. The number of movies filmed in the city has been growing steadily. Once park manager has approved your shoot, submit oftb online permit referencing park manager who provided approval. There are additional steps to take if you plan to film, video or photograph in a city park or at the staten island ferry. We require all applicants to create an account with our office. Use this permit to reserve space at a recreation facility or outdoor sports area. You will be required to furnish proof of liability insurance before filmla can coordinate and release your permit. Nyc is a trademark and service mark of the city of new york. Nyc parks tree fund applicants can pay their tree fund or refundable tree fund invoices through this site. Apply online now using our field and court requests system. Special event and film permits fort greene park conservancy. To film or photograph in the national parks, an application must be submitted to parks canada ten days prior to activities.
All commercial filming activities in national parks, such as this film crew at white sands national monument, require a permit. The office of film, theatre and broadcasting looks to support film and television productions of all shapes and sizes, and we look to make each and every one of those projects a clear, seamless, and enjoyable production experience. Our permitting and logistics team has an extensive government background with connections in the mayors office of special events, the parks department, the film office, the department of buildings the fire department, and the department of healthand the expertise to navigate all requirements to get our clients the permits they need. Any other scheduled event on public property shall have priority over the permission granted under this permit. Film permits are issued by the office of cable television, film, music and entertainment and provide permission to occupy public space for filming and related activities. Guidelines for filming and photographing in new york city. Event permit application for friends and community groups. This includes student shoots, still photography, video, internet. All birthday parties, weddings, and film shoots require a permit from the nyc department of parks and recreation click here. By submitting a permit application, you alert the parks department to your needs and gain access to some of the best facilities, professionals, and resources in the world. Contact a film office representative to discuss feasibility.
New york city is a major hotspot for media and entertainment production. Please submit your application a minimum of 7 to 14 days in. To film or photograph in new york city parks, you must first receive clearance from the administrative authority of that park. When you receive a parks permit, including permission from parks to use amplified sound, use nypd s sound permit application pdf. Your request will be routed to the appropriate individual park manager. An event organizer submits a permit application through the nyc parks website nyceventpermits. If you have already created an account, or have an existing account with the street activity permit office or department of parks, please login.
Events that require street closures or the involvement of metro government departments require specific permits. Revisions and changes cannot be made online at this time. From closing streets to acquiring parking permits, we can help you do it all. The adirondack film commission was created to meet the needs of the growing film and television industry in upstate ny. For more information regarding the mome film permit, please visit their permits page or call 212 4896710. Filming here also means,000 jobs for new yorkers and billions of dollars into the citys economy. You must eapply via the button at the bottom of this page to obtain a permit for brooklyn bridge park. Some data fields on this search page may currently appear without data assigned to them. If the park you would like to film in is listed below, please visit its website for further instructions. Find your production under the existing production drop down.
To film at a city park, including garden of the gods, america the beautiful park, memorial park as well as many other city parks, you will need to fill out a commercial film permit application and pay the fees below to the city parks department. Chicago riverwalk permits require a minimum of 10 days to process. For the last several years, mainstream film and television productions have expanded in the city. Permits for film or photography issued by the mayors office of film, theatre, and broadcasting or the new york city parks department are not applicable at brooklyn bridge park. Below is a list of applications that can be downloaded right here. New york city s water and sewer infrastructure is funded by revenue collected through water and sewer rates.
To plan an event on father duffy square, you must file a permit with the new york city parks department. Whenever you see a made in ny truck, it means a film or television show is being created right here in our city. We at flash forward owe all of you a tremendous amount of. Does the conservancy have any input before a permit is issued. In order to reserve an nyc parks athletic field or court, organized leagues or individuals must request a permit. Performance bond and liability insurance requirements must be met, and all costs incurred by the national park service in writing the permit, monitoring, providing protection services, or otherwise supporting filming or photography activities will be reimbursed by the permittee as a. Permits may be required to film or photograph in state parks in the five boroughs of new york city. The commission helps locate parking for production vehicles and can direct filmmakers to filmsavvy police officers and park police when needed. Guidelines for filming and photographing in new york city parks.
The san antonio film commission coordinates all filming on city streets and in the parks, neighborhoods, college campuses and sports venues. Report an oil spill on a street or in a facility, apartment building, or private home. The following information will assist in the preparation of a filmphotography application. If a park is within your events footprint whether it be for staging, registration, a race or walk, a portion or leg of your racewalk route, postevent activities, or for anything else you need to have the use of that park approved by the citys department of recreation and youth services or by monroe countys department of parks. To plan filming in times square you must file a permit with the mayors office of media and entertainment mome. Please visit nyc parks guidelines for film and photography for more information and to apply for a permit. Nashville parks and recreation permits rentals and. From the smallest birthday party to the largest concert, special events take place every day in new york city parks. Commercial photographers have the option of choosing from two fee structures, a daily rate or an annual fee. The application process for a permit is a twostep process. This permit search webpage has been optimized to work on uptodate versions of advanced html5enabled browsers such as internet explorer, firefox, chrome, safari, or opera. The permittee will not film in city park areas of organized activities, including without limitation. Forms and permits the greater philadelphia film office can assist you with obtaining any necessary government permits or licenses that you may need for your production.
Projects that need small cities, quaint rural villages and bucolic lakes should come to the greater glens fallslake george area. Youre also responsible for obtaining any necessary clearances or permissions for the use of intellectual property, including but not limited to musical or other performance rights for the stage. Apply online or download the video and photography permit and email it to metro parks photography permits. If you have already created an account, or have an existing account with the street activity permit office or department of parks. Permits are required for certain activities in bpcs parks and need to be obtained in advance. Learn about how to volunteer to work on protecting, restoring and expanding new york city s green spaces. When establishing the monetary amount of required insurance, state parks will consider the risk to park resources, the complexity of the proposed activities, the number of people involved, the. New york city department of parks and recreation wikipedia.
Current state parks in the new york city region include roberto clemente in the bronx, east river in brooklyn, riverbank in manhattan, bayswater point and gantry plaza in queens, and clay pit ponds in staten island. If you have an older browser, you will need to upgrade it in order to view this page. Film and photography permits are issued for weekdays only. If you want to have any activity in a city park with more than 20 people, or where you would like to reserve a specific area within a park, you need to apply for a special event permit. We can guide you through the permit process and help coordinate logistics for your shoot. Athletic field permit each group of players using a field or court must purchase and possess a permit. Film and special events permits nashville, tennessee. Permits for film or photography issued by the mayors office of film, theatre, and broadcasting or the new york city parks department are not applicable at. The mayors office of media and entertainment will not grant new film permits, with the exception of film permits for the news media. A great organization and as good as the permitting assistance is, the production planning dept. In most cases, a permit is not necessary for visitors engaging in casual, noncommercial filming.
If you are applying for any other nyc park, you can fill out the online film shoot. If applicable, please fill out the form below in order to facilitate coordination between the appropriate park administrator and the mome. Report overgrown grass or weeds on highways, road medians, and traffic islands. The new york city department of parks and recreation, also called the parks department or nyc parks, is the department of the government of new york city responsible for maintaining the citys parks system, preserving and maintaining the ecological diversity of the citys natural areas, and furnishing recreational opportunities for citys residents and visitors. How to get new york city film permits to shoot a movie scene in central park, battery park or any of the citys parks. Getting a permit is the first step to get your driver license. Please note that nyc parks guidelines for filming and photography are applicable in prospect park. To apply for another location permit, do not submit a new production information form again. Lands of the united states were set aside by congress, executive order, or otherwise acquired in order to conserve and. If you have any questions about how this permit issuance suspension please contact our permit administrative team at email protected or call 202 7276608. All event permits through and including june 30, 2020 are terminated. For filming in city parks, please visit parks film shoot request form and complete online form.
Learn more about private locations for filming and holding, including the picnic house, boathouse and carousel. Film permit applicants can pay their invoiced fees prior to the issuance of their permit. Location requests within some specific parks are handled directly through those parks respective conservancy groups and require their own separate application processes. Please complete and submit the attached nys parks film shoot request form by email to lillian.