Miami's Office of Film and Entertainment processes filming permits for shoots on city streets, parks, and public buildings. Miami-Dade County Office of Film and Entertainment handles county-wide locations, with both requiring insurance and 48-hour advance notice.
Miami Code Sec. 38-69 plus administrative orders under the Office of Film and Entertainment authorize commercial filming on city property. Applicants submit shoot script, traffic plan, and certificates of insurance naming the City of Miami as additional insured (minimum $1 million general liability, higher for stunts). Permits issue in 48 hours for standard shoots, longer for street closures or police escorts. Free permit issuance for student productions under five crew members. Miami-Dade County requires a parallel County Office of Film permit for unincorporated areas, beaches, and parks. Calle Ocho, South Beach, and Wynwood neighborhoods have neighborhood-coordinator pre-approval requirements. Drone aerial cinematography needs FAA Part 107 plus city park-launch sign-off.
Filming without permit on city property triggers stop-shoot orders and Sec. 38-69 fines starting around $500. Insurance lapses void the permit. Property damage is recovered through bond claims. False statements support fraud charges under FS 817.155.
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