FILMLA PILOT PROGRAM
NOVEMBER 18, 2025
To improve efficiency and customer service in film permitting by partnering with FilmLA for a one-year pilot program.
PURPOSE
City-managed Film Permitting Includes:
CURRENT PROCESS OVERVIEW
Workload Impact:3-13 staff hours per permit/ ~160 annual hours for Administrative Analyst Student permits add workload but generate no revenue
WHY FILMLA?
Current Daily Rates
Proposed Daily Rates
FEE STRUCTURE COMPARISON
Minor Impact - $1500
Major Impact - $2500
Location
Film
Still
Private Property/Residential
$750
$150
Parks
$950
$100
Ocean/Strand/Downtown
$1,215
$200
Fiscal Impact
FY2025 revenue= $43,700 projected $24,210 (-$19,530) Offset expected through increased permit volume
Community Coordination
FilmLA provides advanced resident notifications
On-site staff ensure compliance and minimize disruptions Business Input:
Consulted with DTMBPA and the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce
COMMUNITY & BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT
NEXT STEPS
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends that the City Council approve a one-year pilot program with FilmLA to facilitate the City’s film permitting process and adopt a new film permit fee structure