Filming & Production in Idaho (2026)
8 rules on the books across Idaho, 4 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Location Permits
Permits required to film on public or private property, including application timelines, fees, insurance requirements, and neighborhood notification rules.
Boise
Significant RestrictionsCommercial filming on Boise public property requires a film permit from the City Clerk's Office, tiered by impact level…
Read full rule →Coeur Dalene
Significant RestrictionsIn the City of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, a film production permit is required for any film production upon public property…
Read full rule →Bonneville County
Some RestrictionsCommercial filming on private property in unincorporated Bonneville County needs a temporary use permit from the Zoning…
Read full rule →Pocatello
Some RestrictionsCommercial photography or video recording at any City of Pocatello facility needs a photography/video recording permit…
Read full rule →Production Noise
Noise restrictions for film and television productions, including generator limits, amplified sound, and permitted hours of operation in residential areas.
Boise
Some RestrictionsFilming that generates amplified sound in Boise automatically bumps a shoot into the medium-impact permit tier…
Read full rule →Coeur Dalene
Light RestrictionsIn the City of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, the film production article prints no decibel figure. Instead, the applicant must…
Read full rule →Street Closures
Rules for closing streets or sidewalks for filming, including advance notice requirements, alternative access provisions, and compensation to affected businesses.
Student Filming
Reduced-fee or fee-waiver permits available to students enrolled in accredited film programs, including documentation requirements and use limits.