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- Department of Conservation & Recreation
Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
Interested in professional photography or a film/video production? The DCR maintains many facilities throughout the state that provides a perfect backdrop. You will need a permit.
Contact for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
EEA ePLACE Help Desk
Phone
ePLACE Help Desk
Call EEA ePLACE Help Desk, ePLACE Help Desk at 844-733-7522
Open M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm, with the exception of all Commonwealth & Federally observed holidays.
The Details of Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
What you need for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
To apply for a photography or a film/video production permit, you will need the following:
- Create an account at the new EEA ePLACE online filing portal
- Location set-up plans, diagrams, road closure plan, vehicles on site and any additional information relevant to your photography or film/video shoot.
- Certificate of liability insurance
Fees for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | $45 | per permit |
| Film/video production permit (education institution/student) | $100 | per project |
| Film/video production (commercial) | $250 | per production day |
How to apply Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
Visit the new EEA ePLACE Permitting Portal
Next steps for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI)
You must submit a certificate of liability insurance (COI). The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Conservation and Recreation must be named as additional insured for the date and location of your film/video shoot or photography shoot with a minimum amount of 1 million dollars ($1,000,000) in liability. This is required for all special use permits and your permit will not be issued without the certificate.
More info for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
Photography and Film/Video Credits should read: “Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation”.
Need help with the new ePLACE system?
A quick guide is available to download for help with the registration process. Need more help? Call the ePLACE Help Desk at (844) 733-7522 or (844) 73-ePLAC between the hours of 7:30 AM-5:00 PM Monday-Friday.
Downloads for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
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EEA ePLACE Quick Guides for DCR Special Permits
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Contact for Apply for a state parks photography or a film/video production permit
Phone
ePLACE Help Desk
Call EEA ePLACE Help Desk, ePLACE Help Desk at 844-733-7522
Open M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm, with the exception of all Commonwealth & Federally observed holidays.