As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the
following meanings indicated:
FILMING
The taking of still or motion pictures, either on film, videotape
or similar recording medium, for commercial or educational purposes
intended for viewing on television or in theaters, through online
platforms, including but not limited to video streaming, or for institutional
use.
HANDHELD DEVICE
Any device that is able to be operated by a single person
without substantial supporting equipment and can be held in hand,
to include smartphones, camcorders, cameras, and such similar devices,
but excluding aerial drones.
PERSON
An owner of property or an applicant for a permit under this
chapter.
PRIVATE LANDS
Any land within the Town of Ramapo that is not public land,
a public place, or a public building.
PUBLIC LANDS
Any and every public street, highway, sidewalk or square,
public park or playground or other public place within the Town which
is within the jurisdiction of the Town.
Notwithstanding the requirements of this chapter, the filming
activities designated below do not require a permit to be obtained
pursuant to this chapter, if such activity does not obstruct or interfere
with the use of any public land. For purposes of this section, the
term "obstruct or interfere with the use of public lands" shall mean
any filming activity which impedes or which involves the blockage,
interruption or closure, in whole or in part, of any public lands.
A. Filming
and coverage by news media.
B. Filming
by and intended for the exclusive use of the owner and his/her immediate
family.
C. Filming
occurring on public lands or on private property resulting in an incidental
use of public lands, and involving the personal, not commercial, use
of a handheld device as defined herein.
Any person violating this chapter or rules and regulations contained
herein shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $5,000.
Each applicant shall pay to the Town of Ramapo a fee, as set
in a fee schedule determined by the Town Board from time to time by
resolution, for filming, videotaping or recording on private property,
per day, and a fee as set in a fee schedule determined by the Town
Board, per day, for any filming, videotaping, parking, or recording
on public property.
This chapter shall take effect immediately upon filing with
the Secretary of State.