Since its incorporation in 1960, the unprecedented growth of San Dimas has transformed the City from an essentially rural area to a well-balanced community offering industrial, commercial, and residential living. In addition to the 1,700 acre Frank G. Bonelli Recreational Area which lies within the City boundaries, there are many parks such as San Dimas Canyon Park, a city-owned golf course (San Dimas Canyon Golf Club), and over 27 miles of equestrian trails for riding. The city services include an extensive recreational program for youth and for senior citizens, and the City boasts a new modern City Hall, with excellent provisions made for County Sheriff and Fire Departments, along with a fine Los Angeles County Library and Engineering Regional Office.
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Film Permits
The City of San Dimas welcomes businesses and individuals that wish to engage in commercial filming, videotaping or still photography. Film permits are required for all commercial filming activity on public or private property within City boundaries. Filming to report on events or persons that are in the news for newspapers, televisions news, and other news media is excluded. Students enrolled in community college, university or trade schools filming for non-commercial and educational purposes, may be exempt from some fees but are still required to obtain permits. The guidelines and regulations contained herein apply to all filming activity. Conditions may be attached to individual permit based on impact.
Before filming in San Dimas, individuals must apply for a permit. As of June 2015, the City has contracted with Film LA to process all film permits.
To submit applications online https://iefilmpermits.com/iefs-permit-info-form/, or contact Inland Empire Film Services, Inc. by phone at
Mailing Address: 6185 Magnolia Ave. #305, Riverside, CA 92506-2524
PH: (909)460-8100 x 101