Contact Us:
City Hall
1685 Main Street, Room 113
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone: (310) 458-8737
Fax: (310) 576-3598

Permit Counter Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Film Permit Application


A permit is required for filming on public right-of-way or City facilities in the City of Santa Monica.  All permit applications should be submitted to the Film Permit Office at least 5 business days before the first day of filming.

Permit applications can be submitted at the Film Permit Office at 1685 Main Street, Room 113, by fax to (310) 576-3598, or by email to Rick Valte at rick.valte@smgov.net.

Click here for the  Film Permit Application Form pdf

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Filming Fees


Fees and associated charges are applicable to filming activities at various locations in the City of Santa Monica.  Click here for a complete list of Film Fees. pdf

For Filming Hours, Insurance Requirements, Parking Requirements, and Specific Requirements for Filming Locations


For filming hours, parking, insurance requirements, and other specific requirements for filming locations, please review the City's Film Permit Guidelines pdf

 

 

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