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What is NYC RCNY § 13-03?

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(a) Prior to conducting any scouting related activities on properties or within facilities under the jurisdiction of DCAS, a scouting permit shall be obtained from MOFTB. (b) After a scouting permit is obtained from MOFTB, an appointment shall be scheduled with the DCAS Film Office to make arrangements for such scoutin

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§ 13-03 Pre-Production Scouting.

RCNY § 13-03

(a)Prior to conducting any scouting related activities on properties or within facilities under the jurisdiction of DCAS, a scouting permit shall be obtained from MOFTB.

(b)After a scouting permit is obtained from MOFTB, an appointment shall be scheduled with the DCAS Film Office to make arrangements for such scouting activities.

(c)If after conducting scouting related activities it is determined that a filming or photography project or production will be pursued, the scouting permit holder shall submit the documentation and resolve production issues described in 55 RCNY § 13-04.

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