Terms and Conditions
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY.
Green Relish LLC is a professional production studio designed for photography, film, and creative work. The following terms ensure the Studio remains safe, functional, and respectful of the building and surrounding community.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
By reserving or using the Studio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Production Studio Rental Terms. The individual making the reservation represents that they are authorized to agree to these terms on behalf of the production or organization, and accepts responsibility for compliance by all members of the production team.
1. Parties
Green Relish LLC ("Studio", "we", or "us") operates the production studio space described in this Agreement. The individual or entity reserving the Studio ("Client" or "you") agrees to these terms. Client and the Production are responsible for the conduct of all employees, contractors, crew members, talent, guests, and vendors (collectively the Production Group).
2. Reservations and Payment
Reservation time begins and ends at the times booked. Reservation time includes load-in, setup, production, breakdown, and load-out. A 15-minute grace period is permitted for load-out. After this, overtime is billed in one-hour increments. A 50% deposit is required to confirm a reservation. For new clients, the remaining balance must be paid before the reservation begins.
For approved or returning clients, the remaining balance will be invoiced and due within 30 days.
The Studio may require full payment in advance at its discretion.
Client authorizes the Studio to charge the payment method on file for:
• reservation fees• overtime• cleaning• repairs or damages
Prices are exclusive of applicable taxes.
3. Cancellation Policy
Reservations may be cancelled or rescheduled up to 72 hours before the reservation start time. Cancelled reservations receive a studio credit valid for 12 months. Reservations cancelled within 72 hours are non-refundable and not eligible for credit.
4. Use of the Studio
The Studio may be used only for photography, film production, and related creative work unless otherwise approved. Client / Production must comply with all laws, building rules, and instructions from Studio staff.
5. Occupancy
Maximum occupancy is 30 persons unless otherwise approved by the Studio or limited by fire code. Productions expecting more than 25 persons (or 15 persons for half day bookings) must disclose crew size at booking. Client / Production is responsible for ensuring occupancy limits are not exceeded.
6. Right to Stop a Production
The Studio reserves the right to stop or terminate any production that:
• violates these terms• creates unsafe conditions• exceeds occupancy limits• damages Studio property• disrupts building operations or neighbors
No refunds will be issued if a production is terminated due to violation of these rules.
7. Alcohol and Controlled Substances
Alcohol may only be consumed by persons 21 years of age or older. Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited. Alcohol may not be consumed in parking areas or building common areas.
8. Studio Condition and Cleaning
Client / Production must inspect the Studio upon arrival. Any pre-existing damage must be reported within 15 minutes. The Studio must be returned in substantially the same condition as received. Cleaning may incur a minimum $250 fee or $200/hour, whichever is greater.
9. Personal Property
The Studio is not responsible for personal property brought onto the premises. Items left behind may be held for four (4) days before being considered abandoned.
10. Load-In and Building Use
All equipment must enter through the rear entrance. The front entrance is for pedestrian access only unless approved. Production activities must not block hallways, sidewalks, or fire exits. Client / Production is responsible for parking compliance.
11. Animals
Animals require prior approval. Animals must remain under the control of a handler at all times. Client / Production is responsible for any damage or cleaning caused by animals.
12. Rigging
No equipment may be attached to ceilings, walls, or structural elements without approval. Unauthorized rigging that causes damage will be repaired at the Client’s expense.
13. Special Effects / Cooking
Activities requiring approval include:
• smoke or fog machines• open flames or candles• propane or gas equipment• cooking appliances (grills, burners, hot plates)• water effects• paint, dyes, sand, or soil• glitter or confetti
Client / Production is responsible for any resulting cleaning or damage.
14. Early Arrival and Crew Holding
Crew may not arrive before the reservation start time without approval. The Studio does not provide holding areas outside the reserved space. Crew may not gather in hallways, sidewalks, parking areas, or neighboring properties.
15. Noise
Music and amplified sound must remain at reasonable levels. The Studio may require sound to be lowered or discontinued if disruptive.
16. Insurance
We require a certificate of insurance from all clients prior to the start of the rental period listing "Green Relish LLC" and "2902 Armitage LLC" as certificate holder and additional insureds on a primary and non-contributory basis in respect to all claims arising out of the operations of the named insured and their clients. The policy shall include a waiver of subrogation in favor ofGreen Relish, LLC and 2902 Armitage LLC. Coverage must apply to all activities conducted on the premises, including production, filming, events, and related operations.
The insurance certificate must include the following Commercial General Liability coverage:
• Minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence
• Minimum $2,000,000 general aggregate
17. Liability
The Studio is not liable for:
• loss of production• business interruption• damage to Client equipment
Total liability will not exceed the amount paid for the reservation.
18. Indemnification
Client / Production agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Green Relish LLC from claims arising from the use of the Studio or actions of the Production Group.
19. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois.
20. Studio Credit
When images or video produced at the Studio are shared publicly, Client / Production is encouraged to credit the Studio as “Green Relish.”
