Commercial Use Application - Filming and Photography

State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources

Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation

Non-Competitive Commercial Filming and Photography Permit Application
A Commercial Use Permit (CUP) is required for anyone conducting commercial activities (as defined in 11 AAC 12.990(9)*) within any unit of the State Park system. This application for permit is specific to Commercial Filming and Photography activities within a park. An issued permit must be carried at all times while operating in the parks.

Please completely fill out the application below. You must include:
- A Certificate of Commercial Liability Insurance with the State of Alaska as additionally insured (see General Stipulations for more details).
- A valid Alaskan Business License: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/BusinessLicensing.aspx
- List all individuals operating under the CUP. You must have permission from each individual to include thier information on the application.
- List all vehicles, boats, aircraft, snowmobiles, atvs, etc. used in any park unit.
- If drones will be used, a copy of the drone license for the pilot in command.
Note: Only complete applications will be processed. Allow 30 days for permit processing. Instructions for payment will follow.

Permit Fees:
- A non-refundable permit application processing fee of $100
- Annual permit fee: Please see the Director’s Order posted on the website: https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/permit/index.htm.
Day Use Parking Fee
- Day use parking fees are not included with this authorization. These fees can be paid on-site or by purchasing an annual parking pass: https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/passes/.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, contact the permitting office at: parkpermitting@alaska.gov.

State of Alaska, Department of Natural Resources

Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation

Non-Competitive Commercial Filming and Photography Permit Application
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Business Name*
As shown on your Alaska Business License
Alaska Business License Number*
Per AS 43.70.020(a) a business license is required for the privilege of engaging in a business in the State of Alaska
Project or Business Website
If you are a returning applicant please provide your LAS number
Your LAS number is listed at the top of all previous issued permits.
Insurance

Please review the insurance stipulation below to ensure your insurance policy complies with regulatory requirements.
Insurance Required. Without limiting indemnification, the liability insurance required of commercial operators that provide commercial services in State Park Units shall secure or purchase at its own expense and maintain in force at all times during the term of this permit, liability coverage and limits consistent with what is professionally recommended as adequate to protect the permittee (the insured) and Grantor (the State, its officers, agents and employees) from the liability exposures of ALL the insured's operations on state land. Certificates of Insurance (COI) must be furnished to the Authorized Officer prior to the issuance of this permit and must provide for a notice of cancellation, non-renewal, or material change of conditions in accordance with policy provisions. COI should be provided on an ACORD Insurance Form. The Permittee must provide for a 60-day prior notice to the State before they cancel, renew, or make material changes to the conditions to the policy. Failure to furnish satisfactory evidence of insurance, or lapse of the policy, are material breaches of this permit and shall be grounds, at the option of the State, for termination of the permit. All insurance policies shall comply with, and be issued by, insurers licensed to transact the business of insurance under Alaska Statute, Title 21. The policy shall be written on an "occurrence" form and shall not be written as a "claims-made" form unless specifically reviewed and agreed to by the Division of Risk Management, Department of Administration. The State must be named as an additional named insured on the policy with respect to the operations of the permittee on or in conjunction with the permitted premises. A copy must be sent to: parkpermitting@alaska.gov. Please include your permit number (LAS #) in the description box. Email is preferred, but if also being mailed, it can be sent to the following address:

State of Alaska

Department of Natural Resources

Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation

550 West 7th Ave. Suite 1380

Anchorage, AK 99501
Please attach a copy of your commercial liability insurance on an ACORD form that lists State of Alaska as additionally insured.*

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Project Description
Name of Project:*
Client:*
Type of Project (check all that apply):*

Portrait PhotographyFeature Film/TV MovieOnline Video Platform (OVP)DocumentaryAdvertisementPublic Service AnnouncementTV SeriesSocial MediaOther
If other please describe:*
Please provide a detailed description of on-location activities (include any information that will assist in defining the scope of the project such as camera type, lighting, sound equipment, props, special effects, etc.):*
Shoot Location Schedule*
Will you be operating at Eagle River Nature Center?*

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I agree and understand that by operating at the Eagle River Nature Center I must have the Friends of Eagle River Nature Center listed as additionally insured on my insurance policy.*

I agree and understand
I agree and understand that by operating at the Eagle River Nature Center I am responsible for paying Friends of Eagle River Nature Center's day-use parking fees.*

I agree and understand
Will you be using a drone?*

YesNo
How many days will you be using drones within Alaska State Parks?*
Please attach a copy of the current Remote Pilot Certificate under FAA Part 107 for the pilot in command on your project. A copy of a recurrent license is required if initial certification is more than 2 years old.*

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Please list any vehicles you will be operating in the State Parks.
Please list individuals working on shoot location*
Will a staging area be needed?*

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Please provide some additional details on the specific location, what will be stored, and how long the staging area will be needed:*
Please provide a site plan, location map, or other supporting documents about your project:

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Stipulations
Please review the stipulations for commercial filming and photography permits with Alaska State Parks.
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Special Stipulations
Park Area Specific Stipulations
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Applicant Acknowldegment:

I attest the information submitted on this form and any attachments are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. The permittee has read and agreed to the terms of this permit and understands that the breach of any of the terms is cause for revocation or suspension. By signing this form, the permittee, its agents and employees agree to conduct the authorized activities under this permit in accordance with the attached general stipulations. special stipulations, and area specific stipulations that are incorporated upon the issuance of this permit. Information supplied in this application is available to the public through a public records request.
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