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Austin
Austin requires a permit to shoot in the public right-of-way; the filming permit itself is free, but you reimburse the city's costs and carry insurance.
Permit: conditional
Shoot decision
Depends on setup
A permit is required to use the right-of-way (street, sidewalk, alley, or parking lane) for any filmmaking, including still photography.
Permit
Conditional
Issuer: City of Austin (Office of Special Events and Transportation and Public Works), with the Austin Film Commission as a resource
Cost: No filming permit fee for public parks or the right-of-way, but you reimburse the city's actual costs for staff, utilities, and security
Processing: Apply ahead; insurance is required before filming on public property
A permit is required to use the right-of-way (street, sidewalk, alley, or parking lane) for any filmmaking, including still photography. Insurance is always required to film on public property: typically at least $500,000 in general liability naming the City of Austin as additional insured, with a waiver of subrogation and 30 days notice of cancellation. Shooting on private premises generally needs no city permit.
Drone / airspace
Commercial drone work requires FAA Part 107; the city adds insurance and approval requirements
Local takeoff, landing, and park restrictions sit on top of FAA airspace rules. For Part 107 and drone law, see Drone Authority.
Street / public space
Yes: you can photograph what is visible from public space in the US
Private property sets its own rules regardless of city law.
Practical notes
- Shooting entirely on private property you control generally avoids the city permit, but the moment you spill into the sidewalk or street you need one.
- State Capitol grounds and University of Texas property are not city land and permit separately.
Guidance, not legal advice
Rules change and enforcement varies. Confirm with the issuing authority before you shoot. Drone law depth lives at Drone Authority.
Drone Authority
Check the flight side
City photo permits do not settle airspace. Drone Authority covers FAA rules, local restrictions, and LAANC checks.
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