Community Halls & Venues
A hall's capacity is set by how fast it can be turned around, and its disputes are almost always about condition: what was damaged, by whom, and whether the deposit comes back.
How to Keep Records of Venue Bookings and Deposits
Deposits taken and returned are the most disputed records a hall keeps. Here is a way to keep records of venue bookings and deposits that survives a committee handover.
How to Track Hall Utilisation and Running Costs
Work out what a hall actually costs to run per booking. Tracking hall utilisation and running costs together tells you whether the hire rate is anywhere near right.
A Routine to Document Hall Condition Before and After an Event
A practical routine to document hall condition before and after an event: what to photograph, in what order, and how to store it so it can be found when a deposit is disputed.
How to Schedule Hall Cleaning Between Bookings
Turnaround time is the binding constraint on a busy hall. Here is how to schedule hall cleaning between bookings to fit the gap you actually have, including back-to-back hires.
How to Handle Damage Reports After a Hall Booking
Damage is discovered after the hirer has gone. Here is how to handle damage reports after a hall booking so the conversation about who pays is short and evidenced.