Murrieta, CA Filming & Production: Location Permits (2026)

Commercial film, television, and photography productions operating on public property or with traffic control in Murrieta must obtain a film permit. Applications are processed by the City Manager's Office or designated film liaison and typically require a production schedule, equipment list, crew size, insurance certificates (minimum 1 million dollars general liability naming the city as additional insured), and fees. Government Code 8589.3 and related statutes require cities to adopt reasonable film permit procedures. Small-scale productions such as still photography, student projects, and news reporting may qualify for simplified processes or exemptions. Larger productions involving road closures, exterior lighting, pyrotechnics, weapons, stunts, or aerial filming require additional coordination with Murrieta Police, Riverside County Fire (contracted to CAL FIRE), and in some cases the California Film Commission for state-owned locations. Filming on private property with only the owner's consent does not require a city permit if it does not affect public rights-of-way or create public impacts. Fees typically include an application fee, daily location fees, and cost recovery for police and fire standby personnel.