Signal Hill, CA · Los Angeles County

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Film, Video, and Still Photography Permit

Professional photographers and videographers use this application to request a Signal Hill permit for compensated photography or filming on public or private property.

What this form is

Signal Hill requires professional photographers and videographers to apply when they are compensated to photograph posed individuals or animals on public or private property. The application asks for contact and production details, locations, dates, activities, equipment, and requested city services. Applicants must include proof of insurance and applicable documents; the city may require a separate Special Event permit after review.

Who needs it

Professional photographers and videographers seeking to capture compensated images of posed people or animals on public or private property in Signal Hill need this application.

How to submit it

Complete the application and deliver it in person with the application fee and required attachments to the Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department, 1800 E. Hill Street, Signal Hill, CA 90755. The form also lists [email protected], but states applications must be received in person.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; although it includes an affidavit, it does not request notarization or a sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Film, Video, and Still Photography Permit application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Applicable Sections

    Provide applicant, production, location, schedule, activity, equipment, and requested city services information.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Include proof of insurance, the application fee, all applicable documents, and the approved Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Permit.

  4. 4

    Deliver The Application In Person

    Deliver the completed application and attachments to the Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department at 1800 E. Hill Street, Signal Hill.

Frequently asked questions

Who needs a Signal Hill film, video, and photography permit?
Professional photographers and videographers need to apply when they receive compensation for capturing posed people or animals on public or private property. Private, noncommercial use is excluded.
How do I submit the permit application?
Complete the application and deliver it in person with the application fee and required attachments to the Parks, Recreation and Library Services Department at 1800 E. Hill Street, Signal Hill.
Do I need a notary for the Film, Video, and Still Photography Permit?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Although it includes an affidavit, it does not request notarization or a sworn attachment.
What materials must accompany the application?
The application says to attach proof of insurance, the application fee, and all applicable documents. It also requires an approved Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Permit.

Need something notarized?

This Film, Video, and Still Photography Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Signal Hill form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.