Film Permit

A Film Permit is required for an individual or group requesting to film a photo or video production/project on City property. City property may include sidewalks, streets, parks or buildings. 

Film/Photo Shoot Request
Please notify relevant neighbors 72 hours in advance with on-site contact name and phone number of individual who may be reached during the filming and/or photo shoot. 

Once you complete an application, it will go to the Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks, Recreation and Culture, Public Buildings, and Inspectional Services Departments for their review, before finally being reviewed by the Mayor’s office. This process generally takes one to two business days.

Use the link below to complete the request online:

Film Permit Request 

After a waiver is granted, you will be notified immediately, often with some conditions included, and the waiver will be filed with the Clerk’s Office at City Hall.

Questions about this process?

Email Jaclyn Norton at jnorton@newtonma.govor

Amalia Timbers at atimbers@newtonma.gov.