SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
Welcome to the West Hollywood Event Services website. The City of West Hollywood wants your event to be a success and the Event Services Division is here to guide you thought the Special Event Permit application process.
The links below will guide you through our permitting process and provide you with important information about event production in the City of West Hollywood.
The City of West Hollywood issues Special Event Permits for many different types of events.
Each business in the City of West Hollywood is allowed to have up to 12 Special Event Permits per calendar year. Businesses must submit a Special Event Permit Application for each proposed event.
Some examples of events that would require a Special Event Permit are: a cocktail party at a retail store, a premiere party with live music or temporary valet, a walk-a-thon, a pet adoption, a sidewalk sale, an after-party with food trucks, and many more.
In order to determine whether the event you’re planning will require a Special Event Permit, please contact David Logan at DLogan@weho.org or Stephanie Martinez at Smartinez@weho.org
Special Event Permit Counter Hours
Monday – Thursday
8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Additional Event and Film Services Staff Contact Information:
Special Events Permits:
David Logan 323.848.6401 dlogan@weho.org
Megan Reath 323.848.6495 mreath@weho.org
Mike Gerle 323.848.6385 mgerle@weho.org
Film Permits
Eddie Robinson 323-848-6489 erobinson@weho.org
A complete Special Event Permit application must be submitted at least 48 hours before the start of any production activity related to the event.
The links below will guide you through our permitting process and provide you with important information about event production in the City of West Hollywood.
The City of West Hollywood issues Special Event Permits for many different types of events.
Each business in the City of West Hollywood is allowed to have up to 12 Special Event Permits per calendar year. Businesses must submit a Special Event Permit Application for each proposed event.
Some examples of events that would require a Special Event Permit are: a cocktail party at a retail store, a premiere party with live music or temporary valet, a walk-a-thon, a pet adoption, a sidewalk sale, an after-party with food trucks, and many more.
In order to determine whether the event you’re planning will require a Special Event Permit, please contact David Logan at DLogan@weho.org or Stephanie Martinez at Smartinez@weho.org
Special Event Permit Counter Hours
Monday – Thursday
8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Additional Event and Film Services Staff Contact Information:
Special Events Permits:
David Logan 323.848.6401 dlogan@weho.org
Megan Reath 323.848.6495 mreath@weho.org
Mike Gerle 323.848.6385 mgerle@weho.org
Film Permits
Eddie Robinson 323-848-6489 erobinson@weho.org
A complete Special Event Permit application must be submitted at least 48 hours before the start of any production activity related to the event.
- Special Event Permit Application Instructions and Requirements– Click here for a step-by-step guide for completing the Special Event Permit Application as well as an explanation of what is required before the Special Event Permit Application may be submitted.
- Special Event Permit Application – Click here for the Special Event Permit Application. Once completed, please bring the Special Event Permit Application to the 3rd floor of City Hall.
- Special Event Permit Fees – Click here for the current rates for Special Event Permits. Please note that these costs reflect only the Special Event Permit fees. Additional fees may apply based on specific event elements (for example: temporary valet fees, encroachment fees, public safety fees, parking meter fees, etc.)
- Upcoming Special Events - Click here to view a listing of upcoming Special Events.
film permits
The following are links to various forms pertinent to filming in the City of West Hollywood. Please use the Filming Preparation Guide to know which forms are applicable to you.
Do I Need a Film Permit? Unless you are filming in a licensed film studio, a valid Film Permit issued by the West Hollywood Film Office is required for all shoots on public and private property. Even if the location is a private residence or business, a Film Permit is required.
Procedures: First, contact the West Hollywood Film Office at (323) 848-6489 for an application. Film Permit applications should be submitted at least three (3) business days in advance. Applications are also available for download on the Film Office webpage at www.weho.org/film/ . The City’s Film Liaison will discuss the
particulars of your production, and let you know what special conditions will apply, whether or not a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy is required, and any other information needed to secure the permit.
Do I Need a Film Permit? Unless you are filming in a licensed film studio, a valid Film Permit issued by the West Hollywood Film Office is required for all shoots on public and private property. Even if the location is a private residence or business, a Film Permit is required.
Procedures: First, contact the West Hollywood Film Office at (323) 848-6489 for an application. Film Permit applications should be submitted at least three (3) business days in advance. Applications are also available for download on the Film Office webpage at www.weho.org/film/ . The City’s Film Liaison will discuss the
particulars of your production, and let you know what special conditions will apply, whether or not a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy is required, and any other information needed to secure the permit.
