Newton, MT · Sussex County
Film Permit Application
The Film Permit Application is for individuals or companies seeking permission to film in Newton and lists production details, locations, equipment, and insurance information.
What this form is
Applicants use this form to request a permit for filming in Newton and provide contact details, production type, filming dates and location, equipment, and a plot synopsis. It asks about special effects, stunts, street closures, and other needs, and states that a certificate of liability must be filed with the Municipal Clerk. The form lists application and daily fees and says up to five working days of lead time is required.
Who needs it
Individuals or film companies planning a production in Newton should complete this application and provide the requested production and insurance information.
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 application is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates it, and a certificate of liability must be filed with the Municipal Clerk.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Film Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and production details, filming dates and location, equipment and special needs, and a short plot synopsis.
- 3
Gather The Insurance Document
Prepare a certificate of liability to file with the Municipal Clerk, as required by the form.
- 4
Submit The Application
Submit it 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 Newton Film Permit Application?
- No. The application has a signature and date line, not a notary block. The applicant signs and dates it, and a certificate of liability must be filed with the Municipal Clerk.
- How do I submit the Film Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- How much lead time does the application require?
- The form states that up to five working days of lead time is required. It lists different application fees based on notice and nonprofit status, plus daily fees for certain filming on public property.
- What information and documents does the application request?
- It asks for applicant and production contacts, filming dates and location, production type, equipment and special needs, and a short plot synopsis. A certificate of liability must be filed with the Municipal Clerk.
Need something notarized?
This Film Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Newton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.