West Covina, CA · Los Angeles County

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Film Permit & Major Production Application Checklist

This application and checklist are for applicants seeking city approval for commercial or residential filming or a major production in West Covina.

What this form is

Applicants use this form to request a film permit or major production approval and provide details about the property, production, schedule, personnel, equipment, and project contacts. The checklist identifies required supporting items, including a plot plan, insurance certificate, owner permission, deposit agreements, and public-noticing materials. The document lists different filing lead times for film permits and major productions.

Who needs it

Applicants planning commercial or residential filming or a major production in West Covina need to complete the application and provide the required supporting materials.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs a declaration under penalty of perjury and dates the application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Film Permit & Major Production Application and checklist.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in the requested property, production, schedule, applicant, and property owner information, then sign and date the application.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Prepare the listed plot plan, insurance certificate, owner permission, applicable deposit agreement, and required public-noticing materials.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application and required materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Film Permit & Major Production Application?
No. The document has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates a declaration under penalty of perjury.
How do I submit the Film Permit & Major Production Application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What documents accompany the application?
The checklist names a plot plan, certificate of liability insurance, owner’s permission, security and cleaning deposit agreement, and required public-noticing materials. A major production also requires its deposit agreement.
How far in advance should I apply?
The document says film permit applications must be submitted at least two weeks before activities, and major production applications at least four weeks before activities.

Need something notarized?

This Film Permit & Major Production Application Checklist doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another West Covina form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.