Chapter 1 – General Administration

13050.7 Approval Procedure/ Obtaining Permit

• After the company has discussed the proposed activity with the Assistant Director, Communications, and received CDC approval for the project, the company shall also apply for and receive a Photography/Motion Picture Permit from the California Film Commission (CFC).

  • The company shall produce evidence of financial responsibility and liability insurance.

  • Note: Present industry practice and the recommendation of the DGSDepartment of General Services, Office of Risk and Insurance Management is for general liability coverage of at least one million dollars, with the State of California, its offices, employees, and agents as the “additional insureds” under the terms of the policy.

  • The company shall be required to keep this permit readily available throughout location filming.

  • Minor changes in the permit may be made at the site by the PIOPublic Information Officer who shall initial the change.

  • Major changes shall be handled with a permit rider through CFC.

  • The company shall file a formal application to film at a specific location with the Assistant Director, Communications.