Film location permits in Indianapolis, IN — sometimes called film shoot permits, production permits, or filming authorizations — cover commercial photography, video shoots, and motion picture production.
Filming on public property in Indianapolis requires a permit submitted at least five business days in advance through Film Indy and the Department of Business and Neighborhood Services, with proof of liability insurance.
Indianapolis processes film permits through the Film Indy office in coordination with the city's Office of Public Works (Right-of-Way division) and DBNS. Applications must be submitted at least five business days before the shoot date. Productions must carry commercial general liability insurance naming the City of Indianapolis as additional insured. Filming on private property with no street or sidewalk impact does not require a permit, but any use of city streets, sidewalks, parks, or buildings does. IMPD coordination is required whenever production activity affects traffic flow.
Filming on city property without a permit can result in shut-down by IMPD, denial of future permits, and standard civil penalties under Rev. Code Ch. 621 (parking/streets) for unauthorized obstruction.
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