Filming On Your Property

Hosting filming at your property is a great way to support the entertainment industry in Santa Clarita while possibly earning some additional income. As a host, you’ll serve as a liaison between the production company, your neighbors, and the community, by helping ensure a positive experience for all parties.

Helpful Hosting Tips:

1. Be a “good neighbor” and encourage the production company to respect the community.
2. Address neighbors’ concerns promptly to maintain a smooth filming process and ensure a positive experience for all parties.
3. Minimize disturbances to neighbors during filming.
4. You may want to personally introduce yourself and notify neighbors of upcoming filming, in addition to the Santa Clarita Film Office’s notice.
5. Discuss parking and planned activities with the location manager to address neighbor concerns.
6. When appropriate and only with advance approval from the film company, invite neighbors to view the filming and meet the crew to promote positive neighborhood relations.
7. Hosting frequently can take a toll on neighbors who do not receive the direct financial benefits of filming. Consider giving back to the community, such as supporting local organizations or hosting a gathering for your neighbors.
8. If filming occurs at night, discuss potential noise and light disturbances with neighbors and ensure the production company addresses concerns.
9. Review the Your Property in a Starring Role guidebook for insights on hosting filming.
10. List your location for free in the Film Office’s Location Library and consider working with a location management company (ensure they have a real estate broker’s license). ITS FREE!