Chatham, NY · Columbia County
Filming Permit Application
This application is for people or organizations seeking permission to film or photograph on Village of Chatham property or at locations where filming may affect traffic or public safety.
What this form is
The application requests a filming permit for covered filming or photography activities in the Village of Chatham, including activities on village property and certain private-property filming that may affect traffic or public safety. It asks for applicant and property details, filming dates, purpose, vehicles, and related information. Applicants must provide insurance and an indemnification agreement; a letter authorizing use of a state highway is required when filming involves one.
Who needs it
People, organizations, businesses, or other entities planning covered filming or photography in the Village of Chatham need to apply.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Village Clerk in person or by mail at 77 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037. The application must be received no later than 21 days before filming.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the applicant affirms the statements under penalty of perjury, and the signer signs and dates the application and indemnification agreement.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Filming Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide the requested applicant, property, filming, date, and vehicle information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include a certificate of insurance and indemnification agreement; attach a highway-use authorization letter if filming involves a state highway.
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Submit To The Village Clerk
Submit in person or by mail to 77 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037, at least 21 days before filming.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Filming Permit Application?
- No. The application has no notary block. The applicant affirms the statements under penalty of perjury and signs and dates the application and indemnification agreement.
- How do I submit the Filming Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Village Clerk in person or by mail at 77 Main Street, Chatham, NY 12037. It must be received at least 21 days before filming.
- What documents must accompany the application?
- Provide a certificate of insurance and an indemnification agreement. If filming involves a state highway, attach a copy of the letter authorizing use of the highway.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and property details, filming dates and purpose, and information about vehicles and the person or entity conducting the filming.