You will need the following information prior to completing application.
The submittal of your application does not imply or give approval for your film shoot. A representative will contact you to discuss your proposed shoot. Approval of a film permit and use of facilities is at our discretion.
Insurance
Type of Insurance
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When Needed
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Commercial General Liability
$1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate (Use of any aquatics complex requires a minimum $3,000,000 for each occurrence) – Additional Insured, Waiver of Subrogation, and Primary & Non-contributory endorsements.
The following entities must be named as “Additional Insured” as it relates to your film event:
The City of Mesa, Employees, Officers, Volunteers, Agents and Elected Officials
Address for Certificates is:
CITY OF MESA
City Attorney’s Office PO Box 1466
Mesa, Arizona 85211-1466
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Required for all requests
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Commercial Auto Liability
$1,000,000 combined single limit – Additional Insured and Waiver of Subrogation endorsements
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Required if any vehicles (both crew and props) are used on city property.
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Workers’ Comp/Employers’ Liability
$1,000,000 each accident; $500,000 each disease-employee; $500,000 each disease-policy limit
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Required for any production company with employees. This is not required if sole proprietor.
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Aviation Liability
$1,000,000 occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate - Additional Insured, Waiver of Subrogation, and Primary & Non-contributory endorsements
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Required when aircraft of any kind, including drones or other unmanned aircraft, will be in our right of way. |
Use of Mesa parks or facilities
PRIOR approval from the appropriate department or facility manager must be given. Please contact 480-644-5035 or film@mesaaz.gov for help in finding the appropriate contact for the requested location. Depending on the site there may be rental fees and additional requirements.
Use of Private Property
PRIOR approval must be given by property owner if using any private property.
Sidewalk, street, lane or alley restrictions or closures
Planned restrictions/closures with your film event will require that you contract with a local barricade company and arrange for their services. The barricade company will produce a barricade plan and submit the plan via DIMES for review/approval. Once received and approved by the Transportation department we will put it together with the Film Permit package for processing to the Mesa Police Department – Traffic Section/Enforcement.
Police Officers
Restrictions/closures and films using any type of weapon as a prop will require staffing by Mesa officers. Visit the Off Duty Employment information page to complete a request form and/or contact the coordinator. If Mesa Police isn’t given enough advance notice (minimum 14 days prior to film event) and they cannot staff your film event, your Film Permit will not be approved.
Pyrotechnics/Special Effects/Flames
Any pyrotechnic or special effects will also require a separate license from the Mesa licensing office and/or Fire department. See Fireworks permit application and Fire Safety (fees will apply).
Notice to Neighborhoods
Filming activity that has the potential of producing any impact to a neighborhood (i.e., traffic disruptions, large crews, etc.) will also require notification to neighbors.