New Rental Application (updated 5/09)

New Rental Contract (updated 5/09)

The Topanga Community Club, which owns the Community House, is a non-profit organization which works with the community to provide a meeting place for many organizations and functions for Topanga. Since 1951 the House and grounds have continued to be a place for people to celebrate special events in their lives and the life of the community.

Scheduling and rentals must be arranged and confirmed through the Rental Agent/House Manager (Anastasia) who can be reached at (310) 455-1980. (2-6pm; M-F) or by email at tcc.help@hotmail.com    

It may be necessary to attend a CHAC (Community House Advisory Council) meeting for approval of a rental contract. If you wish to visit the Community House, please contact the scheduling agent to schedule an appointment. Please do not visit without an appointment as the premises may be in use.

Requirements for Rentals
All rentals require a security deposit. Dates can only be reserved upon receipt of such deposit. 50% of the deposit will be forfeited if the event is canceled less than 4 weeks before the event date. The rental fee must be paid in full prior to the event. 

Typical Rental Fee Breakdown:

Potential Renters MUST become a Member of TCC in order to rent the facilities.

Individual Membership: $25

Family Membership (up to 5 family members): $40

Most rentals fall in to the following categories, and our rate structure is designed to reflect this. All rate quotes are given by TCC's Rental Agent (Anastasia) after the Rental Application has been completed and received by TCC, it is also possible to fill out the Rental Application over the phone with the Rental Agent: 

• Topanga residents
• Non-residents
• Weddings & Film Locations
• Benefits & Fundraisers

Refund of Security Deposit occurs when the facilities are found to be in pre-event condition after the Owner has conducted an inspection of the grounds following the event. If Tenant claims damage pre-existed the event, Tenant must have brought such damage to the attention of the caretaker prior to the event.

Equipment
The Community House now offers Wireless Internet DSL Service for meetings and conferences for our client’s convenience! Chairs are located in the chair closet and tables are on roll-aways under the stage. There are approximately 200 chairs and 20 tables. Chairs and tables in the Penny room may not be removed. Any rented equipment must be removed or put away by the end of the rental period.

For insurance reasons Bouncies are not allowed at this time. 

Kitchen

Prior arrangements must be made to use the stove, the refrigerator or freezer. No cooking or serving utensils are available.

Caterer
When catering is part of the event, the name and phone number of the caterer are to be provided to the Rental Agent. Deliveries of food or equipment must be scheduled with the Rental Agent. It is the responsibility of Tenant to comply with all applicable laws and local ordinances.

Parking
There is no parking on the ballfield. A fire lane surrounds the Community House and may not be used for parking. When parking on the side of the road leading up to the Community House, enough room must be left so that a full size fire truck could approach and circle the building easily. There are approximately 85-115 parking spaces.

Alcohol    CHAC or TCC Board prohibits the sale of alcohol without express written permission. If approved, Tenant must obtain liability insurance which names TCC as additionally insured and a copy must be given to the scheduling agent. Only beer and wine may be served.

Advertising
All fliers, signs, and newspaper articles or promotional material of any kind must be submitted for approval by TCC president or CHAC prior to being disseminated and at least 4 weeks prior to the event. All posted materials must be removed within 24 hours after the event. Note: Cal Trans will remove posters for which no permit has been obtained.

Smoking
Smoking is prohibited inside the Community House and is restricted to an area on the East Side of the building near the chimney. It is the tenant's responsibility to clean up all cigarette butts.

Portable Toilets
It is the responsibility of tenant to provide extra toilet facilities when occupancy dictates.

Playground

The gated playground below the parking lot is designed for preschool age children only. Adult supervision is required while children are using the playground.

Ballfield
Request may be made to have ballfield closed to the community during rental. Caretaker will place a sign at the entrance to the property if tenant desires. Please note that THE BALLFIELD IS NOT A PART OF THE RENTAL AND MUST BE ARRANGED & RENTED SEPARATELY through TCC's Rental Agent.

Recycling
Tenants are reminded that labeled containers are provided outside the back kitchen door. It is part of the TCC philosophy that we protect the environment and urgently request tenants use the containers.

Pest Control
No toxic pesticides may be used at any time.