Film Permit Procedures
This worksheet provides required information for companies wishing to apply for a film
permit. The information listed below shall be submitted prior to issuance of a film permit;
otherwise, we will not accept the application. If you should have any questions regarding this
process, please contact Iris Espino at (626) 430-2252.
1. The application should be completely filled out by the applicant.
2. Determine where the filming will take place.
a. If on private property, the property owner must sign a letter authorizing the use
of the property.
b. A site plan may be required if filming is planned on City streets and/or City
property. The site plan must include the location(s) of cast, crew, vehicle(s), and
the route to be used in order to film a scene.
c. If filming at the Irwindale Speedway, then a signature is required on the hours
agreed upon and the Typical Draft Conditions of Approval on Time and Activity
Limits for filming at the Irwindale Speedway.
3. A Certificate of Liability must be turned in identifying the City of Irwindale as
additionally insured with a minimum of $1,000,000.
a. A Certificate of Workers Compensation is also required. This may be included in
the Certificate of Liability.
4. The applicant needs to have a current Business License to do any type of work in
the City of Irwindale. Please fill out and pay for your license as part of this
application process.
5. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department Motion Picture/TV Filming Permit
approval must be submitted with the film application.
6. A pyrotechnician is required if pyrotechnics will be used.
7. Once all documents are properly filled out, management approval will be required.
8. The film permit fee is $215. The film permit can be processed in one day; however,
there is an additional $150.00 charge. Additionally, there is a business license fee if
you do not have a business license to work in the City of Irwindale.
Department of Public Works
5050 N. Irwindale Ave., Irwindale, CA 91706
(626) 430-2252 phone (626) 430-2295 fax