- We have access to relevant information for the following property types:
- Commercial real estate
- Industrial
- Retail
- Multifamily
- Hospitality
- We provide insight on verified tenant, property, and contact information in quick time, reducing your need for research.
Our team can assist with important commercial real estate information with access to:
- Full inventory
- Demographic Information
- Verified sales comps and value trends
- Mapping and parcel data
Our Economic Development team is ready and able to help whether you are a business, developer, or real estate professional we can provide you with key reports such as:
- Identifying Target Audiences
- Competitive Advantages
- Growth Opportunities
- Marketing Strategies
- Match Analysis
- Fit Scores
- Age demographics show distribution of different age groups, enabling your business to tailor products, services, and marketing strategies to target your desired audience.
- Income data reveals the economic profile of the population, allowing your business to identify segments with varying purchasing power and adjust pricing strategies accordingly.
- Household demographics offer insights into household sizes, family structures, and homeownership rates.
- Labor force strength statistics provide crucial information about the workforce composition, including employment rates, occupational profiles, and educational attainment levels.
- Reach out to us today to assist with your project decisions, optimize resource allocation, and capitalize on opportunities in your target market.
Let our team tap into relationships with local real estate firms and utilize our software to identify the perfect location for your business. We have access to thousands of records and filters to make sure your location fits your needs. For more information on site selection page please contact us.
- Identifying vacancies.
- Presenting current challenges facing vacancies.
- Review needs for an area and suggest tenants that are in demand.
- Evaluate competition from similar sectors.
- Cannibalization reports.
Whether you are a new business, investor, and/or developer, our team can pull reports for properties within the county to help you decide which locations have opportunities for growth and success.
San Bernardino County: Committed to Helping
San Bernardino County is committed to assisting you with your project needs. Whether you need assistance with permits, zoning, utilities, or information on other resources, our team is here to help connect you with strategic partners that can help you through these steps. These partnerships not only provide access to essential resources and expertise, but also open doors to new opportunities, markets, and avenues for growth.
The Land Use Services Department is composed of the following sections: Building and Safety, Code Enforcement, Fire Hazard Abatement, Land Development, Mining, and Planning. They are dedicated to ensuring a balance in the areas of housing, business, and recreational needs for the diverse cultures and communities of San Bernardino County. Click the links below to contact the Land Use Services for questions or to access the San Bernardino County’s EZ Online Permitting System.
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The San Bernardino County Economic Development Department assists in obtaining film and photo permits for all commercial filming/photography done in the unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County.
Discover the thrill of bringing visions to life against the breathtaking backdrop of San Bernardino County! Our permit coordinators can aid in providing answers, solutions, and alternative courses of action to help your production become a reality.
Our team will help coordinate your film or photo with timely, effective communication. Once your permit application is submitted through San Bernardino County’s online application system, our team will review all necessary documentation and reach out to you to ensure that you are briefed throughout the entire process including any potential setbacks or uncertainties that may arise.
If you have any questions about the process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at EDAFilm@eda.sbcounty.gov.
A filming permit is required for all commercial filming/photography done in the unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. Verify that your film location is within San Bernardino County’s jurisdiction.
Film Questions
Minimum Required Documents for all Permits:
- Waiver of Subrogation Rights
- County Credits Agreement
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)*
- Letter of Endorsement (LOE)*
- Private Property Approval Form (required for each location)
Additional Required Documents for Drone Usage:
- Request to Use Drone UAS Application Form
- A detailed description of proposed flight activities (including maps)
- Copy of Remote Pilot Certificate/License
- Proof of successfully completed Knowledge Test
- Copy of Small UAS Certification
- Certificate of Insurance (COI) meeting the UAS Specific Insurance Requirements
- Letter of Endorsement (LOE) meeting the UAS Specific Insurance Requirements
Other Additional Requirements and Information (as applicable):
- California Highway Patrol (CHP) Proof of Approval**
- County Regional Parks Stipulations
- County Animal Stipulations
- Vehicle Liability Waiver
- Workers Comp Waiver
- Workers Comp FAQ
*The COI and LOE are provided to applicants by their insurance company. Please review the documents “Insurance Proof of Coverage Requirements” and “Insurance Coverage Specifications” for San Bernardino County’s insurance requirements.
** When filming on a San Bernardino County road, a Road Permit is required from Public Works Department along with CHP Approval. Map of County roads.
Some incorporated cities issue their own film permits and do not require a film permit issued by San Bernardino County. To verify where you should permit your production, please enter your filming location address into the top right search bar on our Film Permitting Jurisdictions ArcGIS Map provided below.
View the Location Library for San Bernardino County
Please use the film permitting jurisdictions map and enter the film site address. If the location you inputted for your search is within the outlined shape, your location takes place within San Bernardino County. The provided free tool will also provide you with your indicated parcel number, which is important for when you fill out your application, as well as other information about the location that could be helpful to your permit coordination.
With the passage of The California Tax Credit Program 3.0, your production, if qualified, may be eligible for tax credits. To learn more about this opportunity, please visit the California Film Commission (CFC) page.
- Film permit (motion, still, and student): $258.00/permit.
- Minor rider – additions, corrections or alterations to permits: $69.00/permit.
- Major rider – additions, corrections or alterations to permits which involves collecting fees on behalf of other departments: $94.00/permit.
- Applicants are subject to additional fees based on the complexity of the production.
The San Bernardino County uses a “one-stop-shop” online application system for all County processes that require a permit. Please click here to start your permit application, make changes to an existing application, upload all necessary documents and/or pay permit fees.
Yes, a filming permit is required for all commercial filming/photography done in the unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County, or when facilities are used that belong to, are managed by or are under the jurisdiction of the San Bernardino County.
- Standard Permit (excluding filming on county-maintained roads, filming at regional parks, and use of drones): Up to 3 business days upon receipt of all required documentation meeting county standards.
- Drone Permits: Up to 7 business days upon receipt of all required documentation meeting county standards.
- County Road Filming Permits: The Public Works Department requires a minimum of 7 business days for processing.
- County Regional Park Filming Permits: The Regional Parks Department requires a minimum of 4 business weeks for processing.
San Bernardino County’s Film Office
San Bernardino County: Small Business Resources
San Bernardino County will assist your small business through accessible resources, incentives, and free events/programs to create entrepreneurial growth in our region. Workshops, training sessions, and online tools allow small businesses to achieve and retain essential skills and knowledge to navigate challenges and seize opportunities effectively. Additionally, free programs, including mentoring initiatives, networking events, and workforce development programs support an ecosystem where businesses can connect, collaborate, and learn from each other. Discover a few of our many resources below and contact us for any questions.