Marana Filming & Production: Street Closures Rules (2026)

Film productions that require partial or full street closures in Marana must submit a traffic control plan as part of the film permit application. The Town Engineer and Public Works Department review the plan for impacts on traffic flow, school bus routes, emergency access, and neighboring businesses. Closures on town-maintained roads are approved by the Town Engineer, while any closure or lane restriction on state routes such as Ina Road or Cortaro Farms Road requires coordination with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and a separate ADOT encroachment permit. The traffic control plan must conform to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards and include provisions for detour signage, flaggers, and notification to emergency services. The Marana Police Department may assign officers for traffic control at production expense. Closures are generally limited to off-peak hours when possible, and residential streets in subdivisions may require advance written notification to affected homeowners. Productions filming chase scenes or vehicle stunts on public roads must provide additional insurance coverage and coordinate safety plans with the Marana Police Department.