We make it as simple as possible to shoot in Houston. This is a general overview, please contact us for specific requirements and contact information: Moving Image Industry Incentive Program - Texas now offers a refund grant equal to 6.25% (Houston area) of in-state spending, including wages paid to Texas residents. Grants will be available to features, television programs, television commercials and video games. This new incentive is in addition the state sales tax exemptions on essential production items and hotel occupancy tax exemption for 30-day or more consecutive stay. For more information please visit the Texas Film Commission Sales Tax Exemptions and More page. Registration Form - Contact us and we will fax a Registration Form for your project or you can print out an Adobe Acrobat PDF version by clicking HERE. When completed, return fax it and it will be given an application number and faxed back to you. Keep this numbered Registration Form in your production kit while filming in Houston. Certificate of Insurance - The use of public property requires that the production company supply the City of Houston with a liability insurance certificate in the aggregate amount of one million dollars per incident. The certificate can be faxed to us directly from the agent or carrier and can arrive seperately from the Registration Form. The Registration Form and Certificate of Insurance should be on file with us prior to filming. Houston Police Department - If your shoot requires traffic control or pedestrian control or the blocking of a lane or street, you will need to hire Houston police officers. Houston Fire Department - For the use of squibs and pyrotechnics, a Fire Marshall will be required to be on set. Additional special effects and chemical use may also require this. Sound Ordinance - You can obtain permit for excessive noise for productions requiring loud music playback or late night noise. Parks & Recreation - A permit is required for filming in City of Houston parks. Please contact us regarding your production requirements so we can best assist you and your project. 800/365-7575. Home | Location Photos | Texas Filmmaker's Showcase | Contact