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

020 makes it unlawful to use 'any public or private property, facility or residence for the purpose of making any motion picture or television production' without first applying for and receiving a permit from the city manager, who may delegate that authority to a designated city employee. 050 routes every application through the chief of police, the fire chief, the city manager and any other affected city department before it can be granted, and lets the city manager impose conditions 'deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare'; the city manager's decision is final.

040 directs the city manager to weigh traffic congestion, the safety and convenience of the public, disruption of residents' normal activities, property safety, and, where appropriate, the written consent of affected property owners and occupants before setting rules for a shoot. 080 requires a certificate of general liability insurance covering at least $1,000,000 per occurrence naming the city as additional insured, plus proof of workers' compensation coverage or self-insurance. 100 requires a nonrefundable application fee set by city council resolution to cover administrative costs. 030 exempts news crews covering breaking events, productions staged at an existing in-city studio, commercial still photography, and city-manager-approved minor filming that needs no extra city services. 60 charges.