Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Q. How many hours can my party run?

 

A. Hall rentals start at 4 hours, you may add additional hours at $125 per hour. No party may run past midnight but you may start as early as you'd like. Guests should begin leaving the hall between 11:30-11:45, this is out of respect to our neighbors. All parties with extended hours must be decided at contract. No parties will be extended on the date of the party.

 

Q. Where should people park?

 

A. Guests can park only in the parking area on the hall side of the building, or across the street at 555 Newfield Avenue. Belltown Fire Department will provide a parking monitor during all parties, this person will be your contact for any issues with the hall. The parking monitor will make themselves available at all times should a problem occur in the hall. In addition to duties and directing vehicles where to park, the parking monitor is responsible for enforcing rules and regulations signed at the time of contract.

 

As a representative of the Belltown Fire Department this person does have the ability to shut down parties in violation of the hall contract.

 

Q. How many tables and chairs are in the hall?

 

A. We have seating for 100 people which is the maximum capacity for any party. There are between eight and ten 52 inch round tables and a few 6 foot rectangular tables.

 

Q. What is available in the commercial kitchen?

 

A. Our hall kitchen features two commercial grade ovens, a six burner stove, flat top griddle, large refrigerator and a freezer. Please note that the refrigerator in the hall is large and can take a long amount of time to cool down if loaded with large amounts of warm drinks or foods. Please plan your party appropriately as the refrigerator is not malfunctioning.

 

Q. Is the hall handicap accessible?

 

A. Our hall is completely accessible, including the bathrooms which were recently renovated.

 

Q. What is required at cleanup?

 

A. Renters must return all tables and chairs to the racks in the storage closet, dispose of all garbage in the City of Stamford "toters" to the rear of the building, sweep the floors, and leave the space in respectable condition. Garbage left out, food stuck on floors/walls, excessive mess in bathrooms or garbage left in the parking areas are all grounds for the security deposit to be kept.

 

Q. Can I hold a date until I decide if I need it?

 

A. We have a strict policy in place restricting holds. Hall dates are available for rental on a first come first serve basis.

 

Q. How much money is needed at time of contract?

 

A. Full payment (cash or check) is due at the signing of the contract/rules and regulations form. A contract will not be signed without full payment and the hall will be left as available for others who may be interested.

 

Q. How long does it take to have my deposit returned?

 

A. Normal processing time for a security deposit is one month.

 

Q. Can I bring in a live band?

 

A. Live bands are not permitted due to the excessive volume of music they create.

 

Q. Can I use a smoke machine?

 

A. Smoke machines are not permitted in the hall as they activate the buildings fire alarm.

 

Q. Can I serve alcohol during my party?

 

A. Alcohol may be served in observance of all local, state, and federal regulations. If it is believed that these rules are being violated the Belltown Fire Department may choose to shut down the party.

 

Q. I'm looking to hold a special event and I have additional questions, who should I talk to?

 

A. Contact the Hall Director, Jaime Wilkes, at 203-539-0459 or at hall@belltownfire.com

 

Q. I'd like to bring items into the hall the night before my party, is this ok?

 

A. This is allowed if the hall is not rented the night before, you must call the hall director to check availability of the night before your party.

 

Q. My question is not answered here, what should I do?

 

A. Contact the Hall Director, Jaime Wilkes, at 203-539-0459 or at hall@belltownfire.com