Filming permits
Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area offers a variety of opportunities for commercial filming in scenic locations.
Filming companies are required to submit an online filming application for any filming activity in public areas and within private property, at least two weeks prior to the proposed filming date.
Companies are also required to provide a community notification letter advising local residents and business of filming activities at least seven days prior to the date of filming.
Please use the following steps to complete the filming application:
Please note - Customer account must be created and applications must be submitted under the name of the company or individual requiring the tax invoice.
- Create or login with a registered account.
- Select preferred first filming date and time.
- Select ‘Review and Finalise’ then ‘Complete’. You will then be required to enter filming checklist details and upload supporting documents.
The following documents are required at the time of submission:
- Community notification letter.
- Parking plan.
- Public liability insurance.
Filming application form
Fees and charges
Effective 1 July 2026 - 30 June 2027.
Filming application fees
| Fee type |
Low impact |
Medium impact |
High impact |
| Application assessment fee |
Maximum fee: $105 (payable at application and non-refundable)
|
Maximum fee: $105 (payable at application and non-refundable)
|
Maximum fee: $105 (payable at application and non-refundable) |
| Additional maximum application processing fees - on approval |
$188 |
$402 |
$700 |
| Late application maximum assessment fee |
$470 |
$1,006 |
$1,749 |
| Traffic Management Plan (TMP) assessment - maximum fees |
$147 |
$418 |
As per Council's standard road closure fees |
Parking fees
| Parking in Council car parks for 10+ vehicles per vehicle per day |
$30 |
| Parking plan - vehicles, trucks or vans on public roads per day |
$170 |
Contact
For all enquiries email filming@krg.nsw.gov.au or call 9424 0754.