FilmLA is committed to streamlining and enhancing the on-location filming process in Greater Los Angeles. To support this mission, we’ve invested heavily in new technology to improve the permit application experience for film industry customers and government permit approvers. We are excited to announce that on March 15, FilmLA will introduce a next-generation online system – MyFilmLA – for film … Read More
COVID-19 Forces Filming to Record Low in Los Angeles
FilmLA, partner film office for the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions—today issued a pair of reports illuminating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Los Angeles film economy. FilmLA’s year-end report for 2020 sheds light on the industry’s challenges to resume production last fall, while the 2020 Television Production Report dives deeper into the LA film … Read More
Inauguration Day – Law Enforcement Availability
As Inauguration Day approaches on January 20th, local officials expect increased staffing demands for law enforcement and public safety personnel. No filming activity requiring the direct presence of CHP or Sheriffs will be approved for January 20th (Inauguration Day). This means no driving shots, intermittent traffic control, lane closures, or full street closures will be available in areas served by … Read More
LADPH Urges Film Industry Vigilance to Help Contain COVID-19
Update 12/29/20 @ 7:45 p.m. — FilmLA today issued a Media Advisory regarding the availability of new permit data in January. The local film industry is highly invested in efforts to control COVID-19, as demonstrated by strict safety protocols and testing that all productions are subject to. Receptive to the guidance of County public health experts, the industry also responsibly … Read More
Upcoming LAUSD Filming Application Deadline
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools will not be in session during the annual winter recess break beginning Monday, December 21, 2020 through Friday, January 8, 2021. LAUSD school facilities may still be available for filming and/or parking use during this time, however requests must be discussed and coordinated with school site administrators prior to the applications being … Read More