RULES AND REGULATIONS
As experienced photographers who have photographed hundreds of City Hall weddings, one of our roles is to offer you guidance. Here are the most important rules you should follow:
Respect others! If you want some privacy during your ceremony, make sure to give space to others while they are tying the knot. Don’t block any doors, hallways and staircases.
Respect the City Hall policies about the number of guests you are allowed to bring. 6 guests (not including yourself) for the Rotunda wedding. If you want to bring a larger group, it is worth investing in a private City Hall wedding ceremony.
Arrive earlier and wait patiently! At about 10 minutes before your ceremony, you should go through a ceremony check-in process at the County Clerk’s Office. Wait until you are called and don’t try to cut the line!
Bring only a photographer and one witness to the County Clerk’s hallway! As this is an administrative procedure, your guests should wait outside.
Be efficient with the photoshoot! Don’t spend too much time posing for photographs. A professional photographer will know how to make the best snaps within a short period of time! That’s why you are hiring a professional photographer - he will know how and where to pose you best.
You won’t be able to use any complicated props and decorations! Forget about things that have to be glued, wired or fixed such as heavy banners and light fixtures. Don’t use anything that can damage surfaces.
Don’t make a mess! Did you know that some items such as confetti are explicitly forbidden? But even if you want to use rose petals instead, you should make sure to clean everything up afterward. Instead of throwing rice or confetti at the newlyweds, we usually recommend using bubbles. They look great on photos and also don’t leave a mess, going well with City Hall’s policies.
Finally, get familiar with the City Hall Building Rules and Regulations and make sure you respect them.
