Las Vegas
Las Vegas splits jurisdiction between the city and Clark County, and unusually requires a permit even for revenue-generating solo creators.
Guidance, not legal advice
Permit
Conditional
Issuer: City of Las Vegas Film Permits (north of Sahara and downtown) and Clark County Film (the resort Strip); all projects also register free with the Nevada Film Office
Cost: City of Las Vegas charges no permit fee; Clark County charges a $45 processing fee; state registration is free
Processing: Apply ahead; LVMPD needs 14 days notice for staffed shoots
Both jurisdictions require a permit for filming on public property, and the city explicitly includes revenue-generating individuals and small crews such as influencers: small or handheld commercial work is not exempt. Commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate is required, naming the relevant government and the LVMPD as additional insured.
Drone / airspace
Commercial drone work requires FAA Part 107 plus an FAA exemption for the operator, and triggers LVMPD coordination
Local rules 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
Many Strip sidewalks are private casino property and set their own rules.
Practical notes
- The resort Strip south of Sahara is Clark County, and many Strip sidewalks are private casino property needing separate permission from each resort.
- Fremont Street requires both a city film permit and a separate location agreement from Fremont Street Experience, LLC.
Sources
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