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.