Cincinnati Parks Info
Cincinnati Parks do require a permit for any commercial or for-profit photography, or if set up of free standing equipment is planned.
Submit the Photo Permit Application to 705 East Pete Rose Way 45202 or by email to Lou Sand.
PLEASE be respectful with your setups. YOU are in the way of visitors not the other way around.
Don't leave your trash or props. Leave it as you found it.
Questions about Photographing in Cincinnati Parks
Two answers:
No. If you're not using the photos to sell a service, product or idea, there is not need for a permit.
Yes. If you are having a mini session day at the park. This is because you are likely either setting up a display/props for your clients and/or using a specific space in the park for the duration of the day. This requires a Special Use Permit.
This can also be a yes to those that use a lot of free standing equipment (lighting/backgrounds). If you're quick at it, you might be ok, but you'll definitely get more attention faster and be questioned about a permit.
These are places that are exclusive to being rented out. You can have the pavilion in the background of your photo but you have to pay to rent the space if you want to shoot in it.
No fine. You will be asked to leave.