A film permit is required for commercial filming or commercial still photography on any public space in Gardena including all parks, parking lots, and City facilities. Commercial filming and photography includes motion picture and television productions, videos, web broadcasts, commercials, and off-news productions.

Film Permits are also required for student, educational and non-profit filming.

The City of Gardena has approved an agreement with FilmLA, establishing FilmLA as film permit coordinator for the City. FilmLA is now accepting applications for to film on public-right-of-way, public property, and City facilities starting Friday November 1, 2019. Film permit applications should be submitted to FilmLA through their Online Permit System at www.filmla.com at least 3 business days before the first day of filming. For more information, please contact FilmLA’s Production Planning Department at (213) 977-8600 or at info@filmla.com