Las Vegas, NV Filming & Production: Street Closures (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing law
- LVMC Chapter 12.04, Filming Activity
- Permit issuer
- Director of Public Works (film administrator)
- Application lead time
- 5–60 business days by traffic impact
- Neighbor notice
- 48 hours before traffic disruption
- News filming
- Exempt if it doesn't disrupt traffic
Summary
Filming that blocks a Las Vegas street or affects public safety or traffic requires a Public Works film permit, filed 5 to 60 business days ahead depending on the disruption's scale.
(A)Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, a film permit is required for any of the following:(1)Filming that takes place on City property, or within any airspace located above City property that is not within the jurisdiction of the Federal Aviation Administration.(2)Filming that takes place on non-City property, if such filming:(a)Will impact public safety or vehicular or pedestrian traffic on City property;
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 61).
Full Breakdown
Las Vegas requires a film permit under LVMC Chapter 12.04 whenever filming takes place on city property, including any public right-of-way, or on private property if it will impact public safety or vehicular or pedestrian traffic on city streets, or depict law enforcement activity or weapons. Applications go to the film administrator (the Director of Public Works or a designee): 5 business days ahead for routine shoots, 10 business days for shoots with minor traffic disruption, and 60 days for feature films or shoots causing significant traffic disruption. Permittees must notify every residence and business within one block of the filming at least 48 hours before affecting traffic flow.
Violations & Fines
Filming without a required permit draws a cease-and-desist order under LVMC 12.04.190; refusing to comply, or refusing to show proof of compliance to an officer, is itself a separate violation of the chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions
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