Terms of Service

Commons Hub Brussels (asbl/vzw)
Rue de la Madeleine 51, 1000 Brussels
Email: hello@commonshub.brussels

Last updated: 2026-04-20

1. Acceptance of These Terms

By using the Commons Hub Brussels space, website, Discord community, or any associated services, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

2. Who We Are

Commons Hub Brussels is a nonprofit association (asbl/vzw) governed by Elinor Ostrom's 8 Principles for Managing the Commons. We operate a collaborative coworking and event space in Brussels, open to individuals and organizations who share our values of openness, community, and sustainability.

Website: commonshub.brussels
Contact: hello@commonshub.brussels

3. Our Services

Commons Hub Brussels provides:

Coworking space — flexible desk and area access
Room rentals — Ostrom Room, Satoshi Room, Angel Room, Mush Room, Phone Booth
Community events — workshops, meetups, potlucks, and more
Token economy — Commons Hub Token (CHT), an ERC20 token on Celo blockchain

4. Membership & Booking

4.1 Becoming a Member

Membership is open to anyone who aligns with our community values. To become a member:

Join a Friday Potluck or attend a community event
Introduce yourself in the #introductions Discord channel
Speak with a steward about membership options

Members are subject to our community governance. Changes to membership terms require approval by the community (minimum 2 members, including at least 1 steward).

4.2 Room Booking

Rooms can be booked in two ways:

With euros: via our online booking system
With CHT tokens: via the Discord bot (/book command)

Booking rules:
- Members get 30% off euro-denominated bookings (not applicable to CHT)
- Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance
- Late cancellations may forfeit the booking fee
- Rooms must be left clean after use

Full pricing and availability are on our website.

4.3 Rental Agreement

For longer-term or formalized rentals, a separate rental agreement is required. This agreement is signed between the member and Commons Hub Brussels and governs terms specific to your use case. Contact us for details.

5. House Rules (Règlement d'Ordre Intérieur)

All members and visitors must follow our House Rules (Règlement d'Ordre Intérieur), which include:

Quiet hours — Respect neighbors, especially after 10 PM
Clean up after yourself — Last person out: turn off heating, kitchen appliances, lights
No smoking inside the building
Event curfew — Events on the 1st and 2nd floor must end by 10 PM
Late events — Maximum 2 per month; neighbors must be notified 8+ days in advance
Security deposit — May be required for certain bookings

The full house rules are available on request and are distributed to all new members.

6. Token Economy (CHT)

6.1 Commons Hub Token (CHT)

CHT is an ERC20 token on the Celo blockchain (contract: 0x65DD32834927de9E57E72a3E2130a19f81C6371D).

Members can earn CHT by:
- Contributing to the space (stewarding, events, maintenance)
- Attending community activities

CHT can be used to book rooms at discounted rates.

6.2 Token Transfers

Token transfers require only the wallet owner's permission. The Commons Hub never moves tokens on behalf of a member without explicit authorization.

6.3 Blockchain Transparency

All CHT and EURe transactions on Gnosis Chain are publicly visible on the blockchain. This aligns with our value of financial transparency.

7. Financial Transparency

Commons Hub Brussels publishes:

All finances publicly at commonshub.brussels/finance
Token transactions on Gnosis Chain (EURe stablecoin) and Celo blockchain
Monthly/yearly activity reports

We use open data principles: community data is published openly while protecting individual identity (pseudonyms encouraged, picture takedown requests honored).

8. Community Governance

We operate according to Elinor Ostrom's 8 Principles for Managing the Commons:

Clear boundaries of membership
Rules regarding use of commons-suited to local conditions
Collective choice arrangements
Monitoring
Graduated sanctions
Conflict-resolution mechanisms
Recognition of right to self-governance
Nested enterprises for larger commons

Decision-making: Changes to space operations require approval by at least 2 community members, including at least 1 steward.

Exceptions: Xavier Damman (co-founder) may override any governance rule when necessary for the organization's operation.

9. Cancellations & Refunds

Room bookings: Cancel 24+ hours in advance for a full refund (euro payments). CHT bookings are refunded to your wallet.
Membership: Monthly memberships can be cancelled with 30 days notice. Contact a steward.
Events: Event tickets (via Luma) are subject to Luma's refund policy.

10. Liability

10.1 Space Use

Members and visitors use the space at their own risk. Commons Hub Brussels is not liable for:

Loss or theft of personal belongings
Injury occurring on the premises (unless due to gross negligence)
Damage to personal property (unless due to our negligence)

10.2 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services (Stripe, Discord, Luma, etc.). By using these services, you agree to their respective terms and privacy policies.

10.3 Blockchain Transactions

Cryptocurrency and token transactions are irreversible. Always verify wallet addresses before sending CHT or EURe. Commons Hub Brussels is not responsible for transactions sent to incorrect addresses.

11. Intellectual Property

Content created by members at the space (events, workshops, artwork) remains the property of the creators unless otherwise agreed. We encourage open sharing consistent with open source values.

The Commons Hub Brussels name, logo, and branding are property of the association. Do not use them without permission.

12. Suspension & Termination

We reserve the right to:

Suspend or terminate membership for violation of house rules or these terms
Remove content or data that violates community standards
Deny access to individuals who behave aggressively or destructively toward the community

Termination decisions can be appealed to the steward team.

13. Changes to These Terms

These Terms of Service may be updated:

For significant legal or operational changes: 30 days notice to all active members
For minor clarifications: immediate update with notice

Changes will be announced in the #general Discord channel and via email to active members.

14. Governing Law

These terms are governed by Belgian law. Disputes shall be submitted to the courts of Brussels.

15. Contact

Commons Hub Brussels asbl/vzw
Rue de la Madeleine 51, 1000 Brussels
Email: hello@commonshub.brussels

For questions about these terms, membership, or bookings, reach out via Discord or email.