Chicago Park District — filming and photography permits
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Park or protected area
Last checked against the authority's own published material on September 13, 2026, and approved before going live. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the authority before filming.
Contact
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- Phone
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- Official website
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/filming-photography-permits
- Apply online
- https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/media/26796
Key facts
- Processing time
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- Fees
- $35 non-refundable application fee plus a permit fee by category, per location per date: non-commercial $45 per hour; student $45; commercial photography $890 with a $520 security deposit; filming level 1 $315 and level 2 $510 (each with a $200 deposit); level 3 $1,150 with a $520 deposit; level 4 $2,150 with a $5,200 deposit. No fee for news media filming and photography; indoor locations may cost more
- Insurance minimum
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Requirements
- No local sponsor required
- No content pre-approval
- No separate drone clearance
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