Apply for a Film Permit

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If you want to film in the City of Sunnyvale, you must have a film permit.

  • Make sure you have time to apply

    Apply at least 15 days before your planned project dates. This allows time for our review and processing.

    There is no fee for the permit. Fees may apply if you need City services, such as street closures.

  • Make sure you have the required forms

    Don’t worry if you don’t have them to start your permit application. You will receive an email request for your insurance. You will forward the email to your insurer to submit the forms.

    Required Insurance

    Film Permit Insurance Requirements - Download and sign, then attach signed document to your application. 

    Filming Conditions Commercial General Liability Automobile Liability  Workers' Compensation  Sexual Abuse & Molestation  No Insurance Required 
    On City property  checkmark   checkmark  checkmark  x-mark  x-mark
    Involving minors   checkmark  checkmark  checkmark  checkmark  x-mark
    Not on City property | No minors involved   x-mark  x-mark  x-mark  x-mark  checkmark

    See insurance examples

    Owner Consent:

    If you will be filming on private property you will need consent from the owner. Have the owner email their consent to Communications.

  • Complete the online application

    APPLY FOR FILM PERMIT

  • We’ll review your application

    Expect a response from us within one to three business days.

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