HOWL Membership Agreement Summary

House of West LLC

Your signed Membership Agreement contains the full legal terms. This summary exists so expectations are clear from the beginning.

1. What Membership Is

HOWL is a private, application-based creative house. Membership grants access to the space, shared resources, and community programming according to your selected tier.

Membership is a license to use the space. It does not create tenancy, ownership, partnership, or employment.

We protect the culture and standard of the house. Membership may be declined, paused, or terminated if those standards are not upheld.

2. Respect for the Space

Members agree to:

  • Treat the space, furniture, and equipment with care

  • Leave shared areas clean and reset after use

  • Respect booking times and shared studio policies

  • Follow posted safety guidelines

  • Use the space only for lawful business and creative activity

You are responsible for any damage caused by you or your guests.

HOWL reserves the right to repair damage and invoice accordingly.

3. Guests + Clients

Members may bring guests or clients according to their tier.

Members are responsible for:

  • Guest conduct

  • Any damage caused by guests

  • Ensuring guests understand filming and privacy guidelines

Guests may not use the space independently without an active member present.

4. Conduct + Culture

HOWL is a professional environment.

We do not tolerate:

  • Harassment

  • Discrimination

  • Unsafe behavior

  • Disruptive conduct

  • Inappropriate advances

  • Unauthorized commercial activity

We prioritize safety and professionalism. Violation of conduct standards may result in immediate termination without refund.

5. Liability Basics

By joining, members acknowledge:

  • Creative work involves equipment, movement, and inherent risk

  • You assume responsibility for your own equipment and belongings

  • HOWL is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items

  • You are responsible for carrying appropriate insurance for your business

Members release House of West LLC from liability for injuries or damages except in cases of proven gross negligence.

6. Equipment + Shared Resources

Some equipment and tools may be shared or available for booking.

Members agree to:

  • Use equipment properly

  • Report damage immediately

  • Not remove items from the premises without written permission

  • Return items in the condition received

Replacement or repair costs may be charged for misuse or negligence.

7. Studio Bookings + Overtime

Studios and production areas must be booked in advance.

Members must:

  • Start and end on time

  • Reset the space

  • Pay applicable overage fees if they exceed their reserved time

Repeated booking violations may result in restricted access.

8. Content Capture + Privacy

HOWL is a working creative environment. Content may be captured in the space during:

  • Events

  • Open house moments

  • Member programming

  • Behind-the-scenes documentation

By entering the space, you acknowledge that:

  • You may appear incidentally in photo or video documentation

  • HOWL may use general space imagery for marketing and promotional purposes

If you require confidentiality for a specific shoot, you must notify HOWL in advance so arrangements can be made.

Members may not film other members’ work without permission.

9. Confidential Work

Respect creative privacy.

Members agree to:

  • Not share or photograph another member’s work without consent

  • Not disclose confidential information overheard in the space

  • Protect client materials and intellectual property

HOWL is not responsible for disputes between members regarding creative ownership.

10. Payment + Terms

Membership fees are due according to your selected tier.

  • Late payments may result in suspended access

  • Memberships are non-transferable

  • Refunds are not provided except where required by law

Changes to tiers must follow notice requirements outlined in your agreement.

11. Termination

Membership may be terminated if:

  • Conduct standards are violated

  • Payment obligations are not met

  • The space is used unlawfully

  • The culture or safety of the house is compromised

HOWL reserves the right to protect the integrity of the space and community.

12. Founding Memberships

Founding Members may receive:

  • Locked-in pricing

  • Priority access to new locations

  • Early access to programming

Specific benefits are outlined in your signed agreement.

13. Final Understanding

HOWL exists to elevate creative work and protect the people making it.

Membership is built on mutual respect, professionalism, and shared responsibility. If you treat the house like it matters, it will support you in return.