Filming & Production in Santa Clara County, CA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Santa Clara County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Location Permits
Commercial filmmaking or photography in any Santa Clara County Park needs a Valid Permit from the Parks Director, and TV, radio, or movie rights need a separate reviewed contract.
Filming Permits Required in Santa Clara County Parks
Significant RestrictionsSanta Clara County Ordinance Code § B14-54.4(a)
No person or organization shall engage in Commercial Filmmaking or Commercial Photography except by Valid Permit issued by the Director.(b)No television, radio, or motion picture rights shall be granted for any commercial use except by contract reviewed by the Director and approved consistent with the County's contracting policies.(c)Persons employed by or under contract with any user of a Park...
Filming & Production by City in Santa Clara County
1 cities in Santa Clara County have their own filming & production rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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