Studio Rules

These Studio Rules apply to all clients, guests, crew members, vendors, contractors, entertainers, and any other person entering Casameza Studios.

The person or company responsible for the reservation (“Client”) is responsible for ensuring that everyone associated with their booking follows these rules.

1. ACCESS & BOOKING TIME

Access to the Studio is limited to the time indicated in the confirmed reservation, including any complimentary preparation or wrap time specifically included in the booking.

Setup, deliveries, production, event activities, teardown, cleanup, and loading must all take place within the authorized access period.

Arriving late does not extend the reservation.

All guests, crew members, vendors, equipment, and personal belongings must leave the Studio by the end of the authorized booking time.

2. MAXIMUM CAPACITY

The Studio has a maximum capacity of 60 persons at any time.

This includes:

  • Clients
  • Guests
  • Production crew
  • Photographers and videographers
  • Vendors
  • Caterers
  • DJs and entertainers
  • Contractors
  • Staff
  • Any other attendees The number of attendees stated in the reservation may not be increased without prior approval from Casameza Studios.

The maximum Studio capacity of 60 persons may never be exceeded.

3. MUSIC & NOISE

Music and amplified sound must remain at a reasonable level.

All amplified music and entertainment must end no later than 12:00 p.m.

All events must end and guests must leave the Studio no later than 1:00 a.m.

Casameza Studios reserves the right to request that music or noise levels be reduced at any time due to building requirements, neighbouring occupants, safety concerns, or applicable regulations.

Clients must immediately comply with reasonable sound-level instructions from Studio staff.

4. FURNITURE, SETS & PROPS

Most furniture and movable decorative pieces may be repositioned during a booking.

Items must be handled carefully and returned to their original location unless setup or reset services are included in the reservation.

Certain furniture, props, equipment, or set pieces may only be moved by or with the assistance of Studio staff.

Clients may not permanently alter any part of the Studio without prior written authorization.

The following are prohibited without approval:

  • Painting
  • Drilling
  • Screws or nails
  • Cutting
  • Permanent adhesives
  • Structural modifications
  • Hanging objects from ceilings
  • Modifying built sets The Client is responsible for any damage caused while moving furniture, props, or set pieces.

5. DECORATIONS & INSTALLATIONS

Decorations are permitted provided they do not damage the Studio.

Any tape, adhesive, mounting product, or installation method must be removable without leaving marks or residue.

The following require prior approval:

  • Confetti
  • Glitter
  • Candles
  • Open flames
  • Smoke or haze machines
  • Fog machines
  • Pyrotechnics
  • Water effects
  • Large installations
  • Suspended installations
  • Construction
  • Painting
  • Special effects
  • Prop weapons Clients are responsible for removing all decorations and installation materials before leaving unless otherwise agreed.

6. EQUIPMENT

Studio equipment may only be used when included in the reservation or specifically authorized by Casameza Studios.

Equipment must be used responsibly and according to its intended purpose.

The Client may be charged for equipment that is lost, stolen, damaged, or improperly used by the Client or anyone associated with the booking.

Studio equipment may not be removed from the premises without written authorization.

Equipment requiring significant electrical power must be approved in advance.

7. CLEANLINESS

The Studio must be left in reasonably clean condition.

Garbage must be placed in the designated garbage and recycling areas.

Standard cleaning does not include excessive mess or restoration.

Additional cleaning charges may apply for:

  • Excessive garbage
  • Food spills
  • Stains
  • Confetti or glitter
  • Wax
  • Adhesive residue
  • Abandoned decorations
  • Abandoned equipment or materials
  • Excessive dirt
  • Any condition requiring cleaning beyond normal Studio turnover

8. FOOD & CATERING

Outside food and catering are permitted unless otherwise stated in the reservation.

The Client is responsible for the conduct of all caterers and food-service vendors brought into the Studio.

Cooking involving significant smoke, grease, open flame, or specialized equipment requires prior approval.

Food and beverages must be kept away from Studio equipment, props, furniture, and sets where requested.

All food, catering materials, and waste must be removed or properly disposed of before departure.

9. ALCOHOL

Alcohol may only be served and consumed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

The Client is responsible for obtaining any permits, licences, insurance, or authorizations required for their event.

Approval to rent the Studio does not automatically include authorization to sell or serve alcohol.

Alcohol may not be served to minors or visibly intoxicated persons.

Casameza Studios reserves the right to stop alcohol service where reasonably required for safety or legal compliance.

10. SMOKING, VAPING & ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES

Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside the Studio.

Exceptions for controlled production effects require prior written approval.

Illegal drugs and illegal activities are strictly prohibited on the premises.

11. SAFETY

Emergency exits, hallways, doors, electrical panels, fire extinguishers, and access routes must remain clear at all times.

Clients may not stand, climb, or sit on furniture, walls, set structures, or equipment that is not designed for that purpose.

Any potentially hazardous activity must be disclosed before the booking.

This includes:

  • Stunts
  • Special effects
  • Fire
  • Smoke
  • Weapons
  • Heavy machinery
  • Large structures
  • Unusual electrical installations
  • Hazardous materials Casameza Studios may immediately stop any activity reasonably considered unsafe.

12. CHILDREN & MINORS

Children and minors must be appropriately supervised at all times.

Parents, guardians, or the Client remain responsible for minors attending the Studio.

Children may not play on Studio equipment, set structures, furniture, or restricted areas.

13. ANIMALS

Animals require prior approval unless their presence is otherwise required by applicable law.

The Client is responsible for supervising animals and for any damage, additional cleaning, or disruption they cause.

14. COMMON AREAS & NEIGHBOURS

Clients and guests must respect other occupants of the building and surrounding properties.

Hallways, entrances, stairways, loading areas, and other common spaces must remain unobstructed.

Guests may not create excessive noise or disturbances in common areas or outside the Studio.

Studio furniture, equipment, garbage, and personal belongings may not be stored in common areas without authorization.

15. PARKING & LOADING

On-site parking is limited and is not guaranteed unless specifically included in the reservation.

Additional street parking may be available.

Clients and guests are responsible for respecting all parking, loading, and traffic regulations.

Casameza Studios is not responsible for parking tickets, towing, theft, or damage involving vehicles.

16. PERSONAL PROPERTY

Clients and guests are responsible for their own equipment, clothing, props, merchandise, bags, and personal belongings.

Casameza Studios is not responsible for lost, forgotten, stolen, or damaged personal property except where responsibility cannot legally be excluded.

Clients should inspect the Studio before departure.

Items left behind may be stored temporarily, discarded, or removed after a reasonable period.

17. DAMAGE

The Client is responsible for damage caused by the Client or anyone associated with the reservation.

Any damage must be reported immediately.

The Client may be charged for reasonable costs related to:

  • Repairs
  • Replacement
  • Restoration
  • Missing property
  • Damaged equipment
  • Damaged furniture
  • Damaged sets or props
  • Extraordinary cleaning Where a security deposit applies, Casameza Studios may deduct eligible charges from the deposit.

If the cost of damage exceeds the security deposit, the Client remains responsible for the remaining balance.

18. OVERTIME

All additional time must be approved by Casameza Studios and remains subject to availability.

Clients should request additional time at least 30 minutes before the scheduled end of the booking whenever possible.

A maximum departure grace period of 15 minutes may be allowed.

Remaining in the Studio more than 15 minutes beyond the authorized end time without approval may result in a minimum charge of one hour at the applicable hourly rental rate.

Overtime includes time required for guests to leave, cleanup, teardown, loading, and removal of equipment.

19. RESTRICTED AREAS

Clients and guests may only access areas included in their reservation or otherwise authorized by Studio staff.

Storage areas, staff areas, equipment rooms, mechanical areas, and other restricted spaces may not be entered without permission.

20. STAFF INSTRUCTIONS

Clients, guests, vendors, and crew members must follow reasonable instructions from Casameza Studios staff relating to:

  • Safety
  • Capacity
  • Noise
  • Building operations
  • Studio equipment
  • Furniture
  • Sets
  • Property protection
  • Closing procedures Failure to follow Studio instructions may result in activities being stopped or access being terminated.

21. RESPECT FOR THE SPACE

Casameza Studios is a working production studio and event space.

Clients are expected to treat the Studio, furniture, sets, equipment, staff, neighbours, and other occupants with care and respect.

Intentional damage, dangerous conduct, harassment, violence, illegal activity, or serious disregard for Studio rules may result in immediate termination of the booking.

22. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY

The person or company making the reservation is responsible for communicating these Studio Rules to all guests, crew members, vendors, contractors, and other attendees.

The Client remains responsible for the conduct of persons associated with their reservation to the extent permitted by applicable law.

23. ACCEPTANCE OF STUDIO RULES

By submitting a booking request and accepting the Studio Rules during the booking process, the Client confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these rules.

The Client is responsible for ensuring that all persons attending under their reservation also comply with them.

Casameza Studios Inc. reserves the right to enforce these rules where reasonably necessary to protect the Studio, its guests, its staff, and the building.