When do I need a permit for commercial filming or still photography?

(a) All commercial filming requires a permit. (b) Still photography does not require a permit unless: (1) It uses a model, set, or prop as defined in § 5.12; or (2) The agency determines a permit is necessary because: (i) It takes place at a location where or when members of the public are not allowed; or (ii) The agency would incur costs for providing on-site management and oversight to protect agency resources or minimize visitor use conflicts. (c) Visitors do not require a permit for filming or still photography activities unless the filming is commercial filming as defined in § 5.12 or the still photography activity involves one of the criteria listed in § 5.2 (b).