Northfield, IL · Cook County
Commercial Filming/Taping Application
Commercial producers use this application packet to request permission to film or tape in Northfield and describe their production plans.
What this form is
Commercial producers must complete this application packet to request a permit for filming or taping in Northfield, including production on private property or involving Village streets, rights-of-way, buildings, equipment, or personnel. The packet asks for production contacts, schedule, locations, parking, script or content details, and anticipated Village resources. It also calls for required insurance documents and a signed hold harmless agreement.
Who needs it
A commercial producer planning to film or tape in Northfield must complete and return this packet to request Village authorization.
How to submit it
Return the completed packet to the Village of Northfield, 361 Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093, Attention: Village Manager, at least 72 hours before filming. Enclose the $250 permit fee; checks should be payable to the Village of Northfield.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the producer signs and dates the application and hold harmless agreement.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Commercial Filming/Taping Application packet.
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Complete the Application
Provide production contacts, schedule, locations, parking information, script or content details, and anticipated Village resource needs.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the script or script board and a map; attach required insurance documents when public property is used.
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Submit to the Village
Return the packet and permit fee to the Village Manager at 361 Happ Road at least 72 hours before filming.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Commercial Filming/Taping Application?
- No. The application and hold harmless agreement call for signatures and dates, but do not include a notary requirement.
- How do I submit the Commercial Filming/Taping Application?
- Return the completed packet to the Village Manager at 361 Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093. The document says to submit it at least 72 hours before the desired production date.
- What information does the application request?
- It asks for production contacts, schedule, proposed locations, parking and staging plans, script or content details, and anticipated use of Village personnel, equipment, or property.
- What attachments does the packet require?
- The packet calls for a script or script board, a location map, and insurance documents when public property is used, including a certificate of insurance and workers’ compensation and employer’s liability proof.
Need something notarized?
This Commercial Filming/Taping Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.