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The Metro Orlando Film Commission assists in
permitting by acting as a liaison between production companies and
city, county and state services. In addition to processing your
permit, the Film Commission will make arrangements with the
appropriate law enforcement agency for traffic or crowd control;
the fire department for supervision of pyrotechnic effects; and any
other required city, county or state service.
Please be aware that each city's and county's
ordinance varies. The Film Commission can provide details about
restrictions and guidelines.
Please allow a minimum of 5 business days to
process the permit application.
YOU NEED A PERMIT IF:
- You are producing a feature/independent film, commercial or
series, or any other film/video/digital related project that
affects city/county/state property, equipment or facilities,
including any public property (i.e., sidewalks, highways, parks,
etc.).
- Your production is taking place on private property and
involves production vechicles/crew vehicles parking on the street
or right-of way; involves the use of a tent or other temporary
structure; involves the use of pyrotechnics, explosives or other
incendiary devices; involves the display of any firearms or use of
gunfire; or involves stunts of any kind. Check with the Film Commission for
verification.
- Still photography shoots may also require a permit. Check
with the Film Commission
for verification.
YOU DO NOT NEED A PERMIT IF:
- You are producing a news segment or news feature.
- Your production is taking place at a production studio.
- You are using a handheld camera and no other production
equipment, with a total combined cast and crew of 3 or less.
WHEN COMPLETING PERMITTING FORMS, BE SURE
TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
- Filming location(s).
- Dates, times, and contingency dates if needed.
- City/county services requested.
- A production activity report for each location listed stating:
number of personnel (crew and talent), a vehicle list with parking
requirements, and a general summary or explanation of the activity
taking place.
- A map of the location and any pertinent information affecting
location logistics including: road closures, intermittent traffic
control, production vehicle parking, position of equipment (i.e.
dolly track, cranes, generators). Having this in writing ensures
clear communication between all parties involved.
- If the location is in a neighborhood or near merchants, a
letter to all those affected needs to be distributed at least 3
days before filming. Attach this letter when submitting the permit.
Secure permission from merchants if your location could potentially
impact their business. At times, signatures are required in
particular areas to verify that those merchants have granted
permission.
- Notify surrounding neighborhoods if special effects, street
closures, night productions or multiple-day shoots will take place
at a single location.
- Have the person who is responsible for the production sign the
permit.
Large-scale or complex production projects may require
coordination of several city, county or state departments. To
expedite the permitting process, you must notify the Metro Orlando
Film Commission of your plans early in the pre-production process.
A minimum 5-day notice is required by most jurisdictions. A meeting
involving your Location Manager and representatives of various
city, county or state departments may be needed before a motion
photography permit is issued.
If you have any further permit questions, please contact
Amy Nettles directly.
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