Due to upcoming planned computer maintenance for all US Forest Service offices in the State of California, please note the following deadlines and restrictions for film/photo permit applications for activity in the Angeles National Forest. Date of Planned Activity Application Submission Deadline Tuesday, November 13th November 6th Wednesday, November 14th November 7th Thursday, November 15th November 8th Friday, November 16th … Read More
Temporary Holiday Moratorium for the LAX Area
In an ongoing effort to provide future filming opportunities on active roads in Southern California, the LAX Film Office and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) have notified FilmL.A. that there will be a temporary holiday moratorium on any permit requests for closures and/or rolling breaks on any roadways within a four (4) mile radius of LAX Airport. The moratorium will … Read More
Generator Safety and Emissions Recall Notice
Please be advised, there has been a recall notice issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for the American Honda Portable Generator, Model EU2000i. As a result, the Los Angeles Fire Department has notified FilmL.A. that the use of any American Honda Generator, Model EU2000i with serial numbers that fall between EAAJ-2260273 and EAAJ-2485025 is strictly prohibited. Any consumer … Read More
2018-19 Holiday Filming Restrictions
In an effort to reduce the impacts of construction, events and filming to businesses and merchants that rely on revenue generated during the holiday season, the City of Los Angeles implements a relaxation of production activity in commercial districts from November 19, 2018 through January 2, 2019. Filming activity including lane closures, street closures and street parking will be limited in … Read More
On-Location Feature Production Rises for Third Consecutive Quarter
On-location filming in Greater Los Angeles rose 3 percent in the third quarter of 2018, according to a FilmL.A. report released today. In all, 9,734 Shoot Days (SD)* were logged during the period, including all filming categories tracked by the nonprofit. On-location Feature production is up for a third consecutive quarter. “We’re grateful for the continued positive impact of the … Read More
‘Main & Spring Forward Project’ September 10th – 30th
FilmL.A. just received notice that construction associated with the ‘Main and Spring Forward Project‘ began this week and will continue through September 30th, 2018. During this time, requests for production activity on Spring Street that include posting, lane closures and/or exterior activity will need to be reviewed and approved on a case by case basis. Additionally, on September 22nd and September 23rd, the … Read More
Plan Ahead for the LA Phil 100 x CicLAvia Event on September 30th
On Sunday, September 30th, 2018, CicLAvia is partnering with the LA Phil and Community Arts Resources (CARS) to host LA Phil 100 x CicLAvia. During the event roadways between the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hub & Stage on Hollywood Blvd. will be closed from 9am, with most streets reopening at 4pm. Intended to … Read More
Fire Safety Officer (FSO) Rate Increase
The Los Angeles County Fire Department has notified FilmL.A. of an increase in hourly fees for Fire Safety Officers (FSOs). The revised fee schedule is as follows: Fire Safety Officer INCREASE EFFECTIVE 08/29/2018 Hourly Rate (4 hour min.): $172.15 an hour (Prior Rate $166.24 an hour) For questions about the new fees or for answers to general production … Read More
FilmL.A. Issues Fifth Annual Feature Film Study
FilmL.A. has released a new report prepared by its research division. The 2017 Feature Film Study analyzes the 100 highest-performing U.S. feature films released theatrically last year, identifying where these films were made and how much was spent to produce them. The report also examines five-year trends in feature production including physical production, postproduction and animation. Total production spending for 2017’s top … Read More
Parking Guidelines for Venice Beach Parking Lots
The Department of Beaches and Harbors has informed FilmL.A. of an update to the policy when utilizing the Venice Beach Parking Lots. Effective immediately all production companies requesting to park at the Washington Blvd., Venice Blvd., and Rose Ave. parking lots will need to adhere to the following guidelines: A parking monitor will be assigned to all Venice lots in … Read More