Filming & Production in San Bernardino County, CA (2026)

San Bernardino County Code § 41.2403

Except as set forth herein, a filming permit shall be required for all commercial filming done in the unincorporated area of San Bernardino County, or when facilities are used that belong to, are managed by, or are under the jurisdiction of the County of San Bernardino. Filming permits shall, unless otherwise specified herein, be required for all visual recording processes that record motion.

San Bernardino County Code § 41.2408(d)

Road Encroachment Permit, Trench Excavation, Flood Control Permits. If the filming activity will involve the temporary use or closure of a County road or highway, excavation of a trench, or use or disturbance of a flood control channel, a non-refundable permit must be obtained through the Film Office from the San Bernardino County Transportation and Flood Control Department. These permits must ...

San Bernardino County Code § 41.2404(b)(2)

(b) Partial Exemptions. The following users are required to apply for a filming permit and to pay all fees, costs and reimbursements except for the filming permit processing fee ... (2) Filming activity by a student who has submitted a letter written on school letterhead by a school administrator or instructor stating that the applicant is currently enrolled in a recognized U. S. educational in...