How to book a location for an adult shoot in Los Angeles
The biggest risk on an adult shoot isn't the lighting or the talent. It's the location. Here's a practical checklist for booking a private home without getting shut down halfway through the day.
1. Make sure the owner knows what you're filming
Most homes on mainstream rental platforms were never cleared for adult content, and many platforms ban it in their terms. If the owner or a neighbor finds out mid-shoot, you can lose the day, the deposit and the location. Only book homes where the owner has approved adult production in advance, and get it in writing.
2. Match the home to the content
Owners often approve some content and not others (for example nudity and simulated scenes, but not fetish work). Say exactly what you'll shoot up front, and ask which rooms and outdoor areas are allowed. Pools, balconies and yards may be visible to neighbors.
3. Know your headcount and hours
Count everyone who will be on site: talent, camera, lighting, makeup, assistants. Owners set limits on people, hours, parking and noise. Ask how long load-in and load-out can take, and whether overtime is possible.
4. Get the paperwork right
- Location agreement: dates, hours, approved areas, headcount, rate, deposit, cleaning and damage terms.
- Certificate of insurance: many owners require general liability insurance naming them.
- Performer records: age verification and consent records your production must keep, including 18 U.S.C. § 2257 where it applies.
- Permits: check whether your shoot needs a film permit. That's the production's responsibility.
5. Protect the home
Bring your own linens, towels and drop cloths, and plan for cleaning. Don't film the owner's personal items, mail or family photos, and keep exterior shots free of house numbers and street signs.
6. Keep the address private
Never post or tag the address, and share it only with your crew. Owners who trust productions with their address keep saying yes; one leak can end a location for everyone.
Questions to ask before you sign
- Is adult production approved in writing, and for which types of content?
- Which rooms and outdoor areas can we use?
- What's the maximum number of people on site?
- Are there any cameras inside, and will they be off?
- What's the deposit, and what's deducted for cleaning or damage?
- When and how do we get the address and access?
The easy way
Every home we list is already owner-approved for adult production, with house rules shared up front and the agreement and deposit handled. Browse the homes or tell us what you need.