The Village has received a number of requests in recent years
to use public and private areas of the Village for purposes of filming.
The Village Board hereby finds that it is in the public interest to
require a film permit for such use, to establish the standards that
will govern applications for film permits, and to minimize the impact
of such activity on the residential community.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
FILM PERMIT
A permit issued by the Village Clerk, upon approval by the
Village Board, to conduct filming in the Village.
FILMING
The recording, on film, video, or other medium, of motion
pictures, commercials, documentaries, shows, performances, athletic
or sports events, or other similar events or activities, excluding
still photography. As used herein, "filming" shall include the use
of public or private property for persons, equipment, vehicles, props,
cameras, and any other items or materials used in connection with
such filming. The filming of home movies or videos intended for the
exclusive use of the owner and his/her immediate family are exempt
from this chapter and are not included within the definition of "filming."
VILLAGE
The Incorporated Village of Old Westbury.
VILLAGE BOARD
The Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Old
Westbury.
No person, firm, association, or corporation shall commence
filming or any setup/preparation therefor within the Village unless
a film permit therefor has been issued by the Village Clerk.
The applicant shall pay the actual cost for the incidental use
of any Village personnel, services, or equipment in connection with
the filming.
No film permit shall be issued until the applicant has deposited
with the Village Clerk a certificate or policy of general liability
insurance, including personal injury liability, in the amount not
less than $1,000,000 bodily injury and property damage combined single
limit naming the Village as an additional insured, thereby providing
a defense and indemnity from and against any claim, loss or damage
resulting from the filming for which the film permit is issued.
The Village Board, upon consent of a majority of its members,
after due consultation, may authorize a waiver of the requirements
and/or limitations of this chapter whenever it determines that strict
compliance with such limitations or requirements will pose an unreasonable
burden upon the applicant and that such permit may be issued without
endangering the public's health, safety, or welfare. In such
instances, the Village Board may attach additional conditions and
safeguards to ensure the orderly conduct of the activity and to minimize
the impact of such use.