City of Solvang
Productions filming within Solvang city limits need a Temporary Use Permit from the Community Development Department, submitted together with the Filming Supplemental Application. Applications are not accepted for review without the supplemental information.
Standard Requirements
Permit Requirement
Submit a completed Temporary Use Permit Application, the Temporary Use Permit Filming Supplemental Application (Supplemental Filming Questionnaire), and an Encroachment Permit Application if the production will use city sidewalks, streets, or closures. Email all applications and plans in PDF format to the Planning Department. Applications are not processed until the fee is paid.
Categories of Use
- Company, Unit Manager, Location Manager and First AD contact details
- Production title and type
- Requested filming dates, hours, total days and personnel
- Construction or strike activity
- Filming on public property (streets, sidewalks, parks) and proposed closures
- Vehicle counts and production vehicle types
- Special effects, including pyrotechnics
- Use of animals
Fee Schedule
Application fees are charged according to the City's Adopted Fee Schedule and must be paid before an application is processed.
Special Locations & Restricted Filming Zones
Public Property, Streets and Sidewalks
Filming on public property, including streets, sidewalks, parks or other public areas, requires an Encroachment Permit. Identify the location and any proposed closures.
Please note: Contact the Public Works Department (listed under Permit Office Contact) for more information.
Permit Office Contact
Community Development Department
City of Solvang
Phone:
Email:
411 Second Street, Solvang, CA 93463
Public Works Department
Encroachment permits
Phone:
