Private Drone Use Application
Per Great Parks of Hamilton County bylaws, drones may not be flown in any of the parks without written permission from the Chief Executive Officer.
Drone and Aircraft Use in Great Parks
Private use is defined as produced materials not being used for profit-making purposes and flying in Great Parks approved areas.
131.16: Model Toys: Engine-powered, self-propelled radio-controlled, or free sailing model and toy airplanes, rockets, boats, cars, sirens, or other noisemaking devices are not permitted to be operated within the park district, except in designated areas or with written permission of the Chief Executive Officer. Penalty, see § 130.99
131.17: Aircraft and Hot Air Balloons: No person shall voluntarily bring, land, or cause to descend, or alight upon or adjacent to park land or water, any helicopter, airplane, balloon, parachute, hang glider, or other apparatus for aviation, without specific written permission from the Chief Executive Officer. Penalty, see § 130.99
Approved Drone Flight Areas
Great Parks has designated the following six areas for flying drones. A Private or Commercial Usage Application must be completed and approved before you fly your drone in any designated area. Drone flying is restricted if a nearby shelter, picnic area, soccer field, or ball field is reserved.
Contact Email : [email protected]
Contact phone : 513-521-7275
Processing Timing : Up to 1 week
The drone policy is nontransferable and an approval letter must be in possession while on park property.
The holder of the application is liable for any damage to park property.
No vehicles are permitted on grass, sidewalks or other park areas not designated as vehicle parking areas.
No flying is permitted in nature/wildlife management areas, over people, over animals at the Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center or areas not open to the public.
Great Parks reserves the right to revoke drone approval at its sole discretion.
Any misuse of park property or failure to comply with Great Parks of Hamilton County bylaws will result in revocation of drone flying approval and possible expulsion from the property.
Park visitors are not to be prevented from using park facilities and amenities as a result of drone flying. Photos or videos must not include any park visitors without their prior permission.
A valid Motor Vehicle Permit is required to enter the parks