Any professional filming or commercial photography in Frisco needs a film and photography permit, on public or private property.
Lead time Special event applications filed less than 30 days before the date may be denied automatically under city ordinance
Fees The film permit may require fees for facility use, city staff time and other services
| Do you need one? | Any professional filming or commercial photography in Frisco needs a film and photography permit, on public or private property. Separate special event permits cover street closures, park use, police or fire service, large tents and tow-behind generators. |
| Who issues it | City of Frisco Special Events Permitting Committee (Communications), through the city's online permits portal. |
| Lead time | Special event applications filed less than 30 days before the date may be denied automatically under city ordinance; no film-specific minimum stated. |
| Fees | The film permit may require fees for facility use, city staff time and other services; amounts are emailed after applying. Special event permits are $150. Application fees are nonrefundable. |
| Insurance | A copy of insurance may be required (a sample certificate is posted); amounts not stated. |
| Police, fire and traffic | The permit may require hiring city staff; police service is requested through the city. |
| Street and lane closures | Public street closures need a special event permit with a detailed site map. |
| Also | Frisco's rule reaches private property too, which is stricter than most Texas cities. |
From the official pages: City of Frisco - Special event permits (including film and photography) ↗︎ · City of Frisco - Plans and permits ↗︎. Rules and fees change; confirm with the office before you shoot. Not legal advice. Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.