Filming at locations owned and run by the State of Texas goes through the TFC state property use application and a location agreement with the agency.
Lead time At least 3 business days before any production activity (prep, parking, catering and wrap count)
Fees No application fee stated
| Do you need one? | Filming at locations owned and run by the State of Texas goes through the TFC state property use application and a location agreement with the agency. Not every agency uses the TFC; some must be contacted directly. |
| Who issues it | Texas Film Commission (TFC), which liaises with participating state agencies; the owning agency has final approval. |
| Lead time | At least 3 business days before any production activity (prep, parking, catering and wrap count). |
| Fees | No application fee stated; the agency bills reimbursable costs after wrap, due by the 21st day after the notice. |
| Insurance | Floors: general liability $1 million, umbrella $1 million, auto $1 million, statutory workers' comp with employers' liability ($100,000 / $100,000 / $500,000), waiver of subrogation on each policy, and the State of Texas as additional insured. Locations may require more (the Austin Film Commission lists a $5 million umbrella for some state properties). |
| Also | The application asks about stunts and pyrotechnics. Applicants agree to the state's Temporary Use of State Buildings and Grounds rules in the Texas Administrative Code. |
From the official pages: Texas Film Commission - State property use application ↗︎ · Texas Film Commission - Permitting overview ↗︎. Rules and fees change; confirm with the office before you shoot. Not legal advice.