As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
COMMISSIONER The Commissioner of Economic Development and Workforce Housing.
CHARITABLE FILMS Motion pictures, television and still photography produced by a nonprofit organization, which qualifies under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code as a charitable organization. No person, directly or indirectly, shall receive a profit from the marketing and production of the film or from showing the films, tapes, or photos.
NEWS MEDIA The photographing, filming or videotaping for the purpose of television news broadcast or reporting for the print or electronic media by reporters, photographers or cameramen.
PRODUCTION COMPANY The individual or entity that is issued a permit to engage in motion picture, television and still photography production on County-owned property or facilities.
STUDENT FILMS Motion pictures, television and still photography produced pursuant to the curriculum of an educational institution chartered by the State of New York. No person, directly or indirectly, shall receive a profit from the marketing and production of the film or from showing the films, tapes, or photos.
SUFFOLK COUNTY FILM PERMIT Written authorization to engage in motion picture, television and still photography production on County-owned property or facilities.
SUFFOLK COUNTY UNIFORM FILM PERMIT APPLICATION A paper or electronic form to be used to apply for permission to engage in motion picture, television and still photography production on property or facilities owned by the County. The uniform film permit application may also be used to apply for permission to engage in motion picture, television and still photography production on properties owned by municipalities that have adopted its use.
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to news media and shall not apply to filming or videotaping of motion pictures or still photography for private use.
Violation of the terms of a permit, this chapter or any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter shall result in the permit being cancelled. Any such violation shall also be cause for denial of future permits.
The Commissioner, working with the Office of Film and Cultural Affairs and the Suffolk County Motion Picture/Television Film Commission, is authorized, empowered and directed to work with the towns and villages to streamline the process for production companies seeking permits to engage in motion picture, television and still photography within the County. To the extent feasible, towns and villages should be encouraged to adopt the Suffolk County uniform film permit application for review and issuance of film permits in their own jurisdictions.
This chapter shall take effect no sooner than 120 days after filing in the Office of the Secretary of State.