Film Permits

The City of South Gate partners with Film L.A. to process film permit applications and requests. For any city related questions, or if you want to reserve a city facility for filming, please contact the City Manager's Office at 323-563-9502.

Click the links below to review the city's guidelines for filming in South Gate:

Film Permit Fees

Fees effective 8/9/26

Description Fee
Application fee $177 per application
Location fee for filming on city property or public right-of-way $705 per day
Still photography permit fee for public property or public right-of-way $79 per day
Use of city facilities for filming photography $384 per day
Use of city facilities for still photography $177 per day
Filming in the Swim Center $3,665 per day
Filming in the Sports Center $3,665 per day
Filming in other Parks & Recreation Facilities TBD
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