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FAQs

• What are the posting/new location deadlines for the City of Los Angeles?

  Normal schedule:
  Day of effective posting/location

  Sunday - Monday: Call in before 4 PM Tuesday
  Tuesday: Call in before 4 PM Wednesday
  Wednesday: Call in before 4 PM Thursday
  Thursday:Call in before 4 PM Friday
  Friday: Call in before 4 PM Monday
  Saturday: Call in before 4 PM Tuesday

  Monday holiday schedule:
  Day of effective posting/location

  Sunday - Tuesday: Call in before 4 PM Tuesday
  Wednesday: Call in before 4 PM Wednesday
  Thursday: Call in before 4 PM Thursday
  Friday: Call in before 4 PM Monday
  Saturday: Call in before 4 PM Monday

  ***Permits with exceptional activity (special effects, gunfire, explosions, etc.) must be
  submitted by 4PM 6 business days prior to the first day of proposed activity.***

• What is the turn-around time and cost of a film permit?

  The turn-around time for a film permit can take anywhere from 48 hours to 1 month depending on the jurisdiction and complexity of your shoot. Please call PPS directly for more specific information about your location(s) and a fee estimate.

• Can I pay for my PPS invoice online?

  Yes, you can pay for your PPS invoice online. However, we are currently not accepting credit card payments online.

• How do I order LAPD officers?

  You can call the PPS office to order officers for your shoot. Please give us a 2-3 day lead time when possible. Someone from the office will call you by 3PM the day prior to your shoot to confirm your officer’s call times. Once your officers are confirmed, an 8 hr. minimum will be due.

• What are the current LAPD officer rates?

  Please contact our office at (323) 260-4777 for the current rate.

• How do I pay for the LAPD officers hired through PPS?

  LAPD officers are paid on timecard directly through production payroll. Officers can expect to receive a timecard and W2 form from production on the day of their shift, which they will turn in at the end of the shift or series of shifts if the job is for multiple dates.

• What is the phone number for LADOT Towing?

  For towing in the Metro Los Angeles/Valley area, please call (818) 374-4823. For towing on the Westside, please call (310) 312-3519.

• What is the phone number for the City of Los Angeles Fire Department Film Unit?

  You can contact the City of Los Angeles Fire Department Film Unit at (213) 978-3670.

• What is the phone number for the Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Unit?

  You can contact the Los Angeles County Fire Department Film Unit at (818) 364-8240.