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What is NYC RCNY § 8-03?

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(a) The Film Office shall determine which fee category is appropriate for a proposed event. Fees are based on the City resources required as determined by the anticipated attendance at events to be held and extent of the impact on City property, and permits will authorize activities including, for example, the placemen

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Effective: 12/31/2023Last amended: 12/31/2023

§ 8-03 Fees.

RCNY § 8-03

(a)The Film Office shall determine which fee category is appropriate for a proposed event. Fees are based on the City resources required as determined by the anticipated attendance at events to be held and extent of the impact on City property, and permits will authorize activities including, for example, the placement of a “red carpet”, the setting aside of a “limousine lane”, or the siting of a tent or other structure. Fees shall be non-refundable, and payment must accompany each application for a Premiere Permit as follows: (1) For an extra large event: $24,000.00.

(2)For a large event: $14,000.00.

(3)For a medium event: $5,000.00.

(4)For a small event: $2,750.00.

(5)For an extra small event: $450.00.

(b)Each premiere permit shall list any approved limousine lane closures and approved items, which may include, but are not limited to, a red carpet, press pen, generators, lights, and tents. (Amended City Record 12/1/2023, eff. 12/31/2023)

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