FilmLA & the City of Los Angeles have announced a Low Impact Permit Pilot Program
Effective as of April 27, 2026, LA's new Low Impact Permit Pilot Program will allow filmmakers working on low impact film shoots to obtain City of Los Angeles film permits at a significantly reduced price.
Great news for indies or those working on a small budget!
Aligned with Mayor Karen Bass’ Executive Directive 11, the program advances FilmLA’s goal to encourage on-location production in the region by making permits more accessible and affordable.
The program will reduce the standard permit fee from $931 to $350—a discount of up to 58% for shoots across three or fewer locations.
Who is eligible for the program?
The Low Impact Pilot Program is intended for use by filmmakers whose on-location work will have a low impact on the surrounding community.
To be eligible for Low Impact Tier pricing, your permit must:
- Involve three (3) or fewer Filming Locations, over three (3) consecutive Filming Days.
- Include no more than 30 total cast & crew physically on set during production.
- Avoid all Prohibited Activities & Locations, as determined by the City.
- Associated cast/crew Parking Location and Base Camp Locations are free.
Eligibility for the pilot program is open to all projects that qualify. It does not matter what type of film project you are making—or what your production budget is.
Learn more about the program at FilmLA's FAQ page:
