Filming & Production in Minnesota (2026)
5 rules on the books across Minnesota, 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.
Washington County
Significant RestrictionsAnyone filming for commercial purposes in a Washington County park or conservation area needs a use permit first. Parks…
Read full rule →Brooklyn Park
Some RestrictionsOperating a still, motion picture, video or other camera for commercial purposes in a Brooklyn Park city park requires…
Read full rule →Dakota County
Some RestrictionsDakota County requires 10 days' advance notice before any non-low-impact filming or photography in a county park, and…
Read full rule →Duluth
Some RestrictionsIn the City of Duluth, commercial film production counts as a special event under Chapter 45, so producers must secure…
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.