Legal Question in Entertainment Law in California
filming at a residence
I've allowed filiming at my home in Northridge for a couple of months and the filming was permitted by Film LA, however, some of the neighbors complained to the city councilman and Film LA has decided not to extend any more permits to the location for the time being.
The permits were not violated andt the city council office claims that they have no influence over film la, but have stated to film la that they prefer no filming at my home.
I don' t believe i've violated any zoning rules otherwise building and safety would have notified me. In fact they came out to the house several weeks ago and said there was nothing wrong. The vice department also came to the house and said everything was ok.
Can film la withhold this permit and does the council office have a true argument (they are unwilling to listen to both sides and do not want a debate)?
Please advise.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: filming at a residence
It sounds like Film LA has decided to keep the city council happy; that is their decision to make. You don't have a constitutionally granted right to Film LA assistance.
Re: filming at a residence
Unfortunately, there is no inherent right to the film permit from Film LA. I would try to work with them and your neighbors to come to an agreement which would make all sides happy.
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