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City of Alexandria Film Permit Application

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Thoroughly review the Locations & Guidelines for information about filming in Alexandria and the application and permit process.
  2. Complete the below application as accurately and detailed as possible.
    NOTE: You will not receive a copy of this submission; please save a copy of your answers before submitting, if desired.
  3. Pay the $30 film application processing fee through the Online Payment Portal.
  4. Email relevant supplemental documents, including a liability insurance COI, to [email protected].

Film Permit applications should be submitted at least 12 business days in advance of the desired filming date to allow for processing. 

FILM PERMIT APPLICATION

General Information

Production Details


(exact street locations)

(story line, description of shoot)

(generator, lighting, trailers, port-a-potties)

(number of people involved)

Reserved Parking

Visit the City of Alexandria website for current parking reservation prices. NOTE: The submission of this information does not guarantee reserved parking. Once the film permit application is reviewed by the Film Committee, a separate parking permit must be submitted by the film maker no less than 5 business days before the date of filming. 

(street address or meter numbers found inside glass)

Street Closings

Street closings require police officers for traffic direction and control, incurring additional fees.

Sidewalk Closing

Sidewalks must remain open unless filming or safety concerns require closure, incurring additional fees.

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Press Room

A man and woman walk and talk on a brick sidewalk in a charming, tree-lined shopping district with colorful storefronts and an American flag displayed outside one building.

Drone Aerial Filming

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Locations & Guidelines

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