Anyone wishing to film or photograph Commercially in Hudson River Park must obtain a written permit from Hudson River Park Trust. Permits are also required for non-commercial purposes when the film or photography would disrupt park users or otherwise restrict use of a public area.

Applications are available online or from the Permit Office, Hudson River Park Trust, Pier 40, W. Houston Street, 2nd floor (phone 212-627-2020).

Applications must be submitted at least ten (10) business days in advance of shoot date. Submitting an application does not guarantee you will be granted a permit.

A non-refundable $25 application fee must be submitted with each application. Make checks payable to: HUDSON RIVER PARK TRUST; they can be dropped off or mailed to: Hudson River Park Trust, attn: Director of Permits, Pier 40 at W. Houston St., 2nd Floor, NY, NY 10014. No cash or credit cards accepted.

Location fees may be assessed based on the nature of the shoot.

The Permittee, at its expense and for the term of the permit, shall furnish and show evidence of Commercial General Liability Insurance coverage of a minimum of $1million single limit per occurrence (amount depends on time/extent of permit and production).