Stellar's HQ Studio Rules and House Policies

By booking or entering Stellar's HQ, all guests, crew members, clients, and vendors agree to comply with the following policies. Failure to follow these rules may result in immediate booking termination without a refund.

General Rules and Responsibilities

Staff Instructions: All guests must follow the instructions of Stellar HQ staff at all times.
Renter Liability: The person who books the studio is legally and financially responsible for the conduct of all guests.
Occupancy Limits: Maximum occupancy limits for the booked space must be observed at all times.
Authorized Access: Guests may only access the specific areas included in their booking window.

Booking Time and Overtime

Production Windows: Your rental period includes your own setup, production, breakdown, and cleanup time.
No Early Arrival: Early arrivals are not permitted unless approved in advance by management.
Overtime Rates: Overtime is billed automatically in full hourly increments based on current studio rates.
Hard Exit: All guests, crew, and outside equipment must be completely removed by the end of the booked rental period.

Cleanliness and Studio Care

Original Condition: The studio must be returned in the exact same condition in which it was received.
Trash Disposal: All trash must be placed in designated containers before your departure.
Specialty Cleaning Fees: Excessive cleanup from confetti, glitter, paint, smoke, liquids, or food waste will incur extra fees.
Reset Furniture: All furniture and studio equipment moved during the rental must be returned to its original location.

Equipment and Property Damage

Financial Responsibility: Renters are billed for any damage caused by themselves, their crew, clients, or vendors.
Furniture Safety: Do not stand on furniture unless it is specifically designed for that purpose.
Premises Enforcement: Equipment, props, and furnishings may never be removed from the premises without written permission.
Immediate Reporting: Report any broken equipment or facility issues to staff immediately.

Photography and Videography Productions

Area Boundaries: All production activities must remain strictly within your booked studio areas.
Special Effects: Fog machines, smoke effects, pyrotechnics, open flames, or hazardous materials require prior written approval.
Drone Restrictions: Drones may not be operated indoors or on the property without prior authorization and FAA licensing proof.

Music Recording and Audio Sessions

Noise Control: Excessive noise outside of designated recording booths and tracking rooms is strictly prohibited.
Monitor Levels: Studio monitors and audio gear must be operated responsibly and kept at reasonable decibel levels.
No Re-Wiring: Guests may not alter wiring, signal routing, or equipment patchbay configurations without staff permission.

Food and Beverage

Designated Areas: Food and beverages are permitted only in designated lounge areas.
Liquid Warning: Keep all liquids completely away from recording equipment, cameras, computers, and electrical systems.
Alcohol Policy: Alcohol may only be consumed with prior approval and in strict compliance with local laws.

Smoking and Controlled Substances

Smoke-Free Facility: Smoking and the use of tobacco products are prohibited inside. Nicotine vapes are permitted.
Zero Tolerance: Illegal drugs and controlled substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.
Immediate Eviction: Any substance violation results in immediate termination of the booking without a refund.

Safety and Supervision

Clear Exits: Emergency exits, hallways, and fire access points must remain completely unobstructed at all times.
No Tampering: Security cameras, alarms, and fire suppression systems must never be disabled or tampered with.
Minors: Children under the age of 18 must be directly supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

Set Design and Decorations

Wall Protection: No nails, screws, staples, tape, or harsh adhesives may be applied to walls, ceilings, floors, or furniture.
Prior Approvals: All temporary physical installations must be explicitly approved in advance by management.
Messy Materials: The use of glitter, confetti, body oils, fake blood, or wet paint requires prior written approval.

Security and Liability

Personal Gear: Guests are solely responsible for securing their personal belongings and outside equipment.
Liability Cap: Stellar HQ is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
Surveillance: Security cameras are actively in use in common areas for safety and property protection.

Prohibited Activities and Right to Refuse Service

Illegal Acts: Illegal activities of any kind are strictly prohibited on Stellar HQ property.
Weapons Ban: Weapons of any kind are prohibited unless authorized for a permitted production and pre-approved in writing.
Unreasonable Risk: Activities that present unreasonable safety risks to guests, staff, or studio property are forbidden.
Right to Refuse: Stellar HQ reserves the right to end any booking instantly if guests violate these house policies.