Apply for a Film Production Permit

Step 1.Understand the requirements and rules

• Review the Film Permit Guidelines & Code of Conduct(PDF, 367KB)
• Review the Special Event Guide(PDF, 5MB)

Note: Updates to the guidelines and fee schedule are in progress.

Step 2.Gather supporting documents

Prepare required documentation:

• Daily Call Sheet(s)/Production Timeline
• Site Map(s)
• Certificate of Insurance
• Additional Insured Endorsement Form
• Traffic Control Plan (if applicable)
• Remote Pilot Airman's Certificate (if applicable)

Step 3.Complete the application

Once your supporting documents are in order, you can complete the application. Applications must be submitted no later than 15 calendar days prior to filming and 30 calendar days prior to filming when traffic disruptions or high-risk special effects are planned.   

Complete the Film Production Permit Application

Step 4.Pay the application fee

The non-refundable $50.00 Application Fee can be mailed or hand-delivered to:

City of Kirkland
Special Events
123 Fifth Avenue
Kirkland, WA 98033

Note: If you are applying for an event which will take place after December 31, 2023, the non-refundable Application Fee is $100.00.

Step 5.We will contact you

Once the application and fee are received, a permit review will be completed by representatives of the Special Event Service Team. You can expect to receive a response within 10 business days. 

Step 6.Pay the permit fee

Upon approval, the permit will be issued once Permit Fees are paid.