Filming & Production in Louisiana (2026)
9 rules on the books across Louisiana, 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.
Gretna
Significant RestrictionsAnyone filming, recording or photographing for television, film or internet distribution on a Gretna public street…
Read full rule →Jefferson Parish
Some RestrictionsAnyone filming commercials, movies, TV shows or videos anywhere in unincorporated Jefferson Parish, on public or…
Read full rule →Kenner
Some RestrictionsFilming a movie, TV show, commercial, or paid still photography shoot anywhere in the City of Kenner requires a city…
Read full rule →New Orleans
Some RestrictionsNew Orleans requires a separate film location permit for any filming that reserves or controls the public right-of-way…
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.
Street Closures
Rules for closing streets or sidewalks for filming, including advance notice requirements, alternative access provisions, and compensation to affected businesses.
New Orleans
Significant RestrictionsThe Film Office can approve closing a city street or other public right-of-way for filming under Code of Ordinances §…
Read full rule →Kenner
Some RestrictionsA film crew that needs to close a Kenner street cannot just show up. The city's filming permit conditions require the…
Read full rule →Student Filming
Reduced-fee or fee-waiver permits available to students enrolled in accredited film programs, including documentation requirements and use limits.
Kenner
Some RestrictionsA student shooting a class project in the City of Kenner is not automatically off the hook just because the shoot is…
Read full rule →Jefferson Parish
Few RestrictionsJefferson Parish exempts student filming from its film permit requirement. Sec. 26-69(e) waives the Office of Film…
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