Permitting procedures have changed in 2022. Permits are handled through Columbus Rec & Parks Department. To obtain a Special Events permit, start here: https://specialeventapplication.columbus.gov/
A filming guide has also been established and can be found here: https://www.columbus.gov/EventPlanningGuide/, under the Film Permit section.
Please contact Film Columbus for contact information pertaining to filming in cities and counties surrounding Columbus and Franklin County. In some areas, you pay out-of-pocket expenses for street closures and police, but no permit is needed.
Columbus Recreation and Parks Permit Section
1111 E Broad Street
Columbus, OH
43205
(614) 645-3300
Notes:
Metro Parks
Larry Peck Deputy Director
(614) 895-6236
Ohio State Parks
A permit processing fee of $35.00 will be charged for all permits. Â Additional charges may be required to reimburse the park for additional costs of park security, utilities, etc.
Individual park managers need to be contacted before shooting in an Ohio State Park. Find park contact info.
For Ohio State Parks general information, please call or email:
Ohio State Parks
(614) 265-6911
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