Permit Application Checklist
Everything you need to file a city, park, or federal film permit — tracked in one list.
Who It's For
- Production managers and coordinators filing permits.
- Location managers assembling permit packages.
- Anyone tracking permit requirements.
What It's For
- Lists every item a permit office typically requires.
- Tracks what's done and what's outstanding.
- Adds notes and a completion count.
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Permit Application Checklist
Production: [Production Name]
Permitting Office: [Permitting Office / Jurisdiction]
Permit Type: City / Municipal
Shoot Dates: [Shoot Dates]
Applicant / Producer: [Applicant / Producer]
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Completed permit application form
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Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming the permitting authority as additional insured
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General liability insurance ($1M / $2M typical)
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Workers' compensation insurance (if crew are employees)
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Permit / application fee paid
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Shooting dates & hours confirmed
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Location(s) and address(es) listed
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Site map / plot plan attached
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Parking & basecamp plan
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Street / lane closure request (if needed)
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Police / traffic control request (if needed)
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Fire safety officer request (if effects / pyro)
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Neighbor / merchant notification letters
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Special effects, stunts, or firearms disclosed
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Drone / UAV permit (if aerial)
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Minors on set — work permits / studio teacher (if applicable)
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Noise variance (if night or loud work)
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Signed location agreements on file
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