Membership at Loveland CreatorSpace

Loveland CreatorSpace is a community‑driven makerspace built on collaboration, curiosity, and shared stewardship. Membership provides access to tools, training, community events, and the opportunity to contribute to a thriving creative environment.

This page explains membership types, dues, expectations, access rules, and policies.

If you are new, please also see the New Member Orientation section.

1. What Membership Includes

All membership levels include:

• 24/7 access to the building

• Access to all shop areas (woodshop, metal shop, laser cutters, 3D printing, CNC, electronics)

• Training and authorization opportunities for restricted tools

• Slack access for communication and coordination

• Voting rights in member meetings

• Opportunities to volunteer, teach, and contribute to the space

• Access to paid storage options

• Access to community events and workshops

Membership is about more than using tools — it’s about being part of a community that builds, learns, and improves together.

2. Membership Types & Dues

Loveland CreatorSpace offers three membership levels designed to support individuals, families, and organizations.  Membership dues support rent, utilities, insurance, tool maintenance, and consumables.

Individual Membership

• Full 24/7 access

• One member

• $70 per month

• Automatic monthly renewal

• Ideal for makers, hobbyists, students, and independent creators

Short‑Term Option

• A one‑month Individual Membership (non‑recurring) costs $100

Family Membership

• Full 24/7 access

• Up to 4 members living at the same household address

• $100 per month

• Automatic monthly renewal

• Ideal for families, couples, or shared households

Corporate Membership

• Full 24/7 access

• Bundle of up to 8 members

• $150 per month for the first three members

• $40 per month for each additional member (up to eight total)

• Automatic monthly renewal

• Ideal for small businesses, startups, and teams

• Requires a designated point of contact

3. Membership Fees & Policies

The following policies became effective August 1, 2023:

One‑Time Setup Fee

All membership levels incur a one‑time $30 setup fee, paid in addition to the first month’s dues.  Setup fee covers fob activation and onboarding.

Annual Membership Discount

Members who pay for a full year upfront receive a one‑month discount.  Annual discount applies only to Individual and Family memberships.

Refund Policy

Loveland CreatorSpace does not issue refunds for membership dues or other fees.

4. Membership Expectations

Members are expected to:

• Follow all posted safety rules and tool‑specific guidelines

• Complete required training before using restricted equipment

• Clean up after themselves and leave areas better than they found them

• Respect shared tools, materials, and other members’ projects

• Report broken tools or unsafe conditions

• Participate in community stewardship

• Communicate respectfully in person and on Slack

• Use Slack for communication rather than texting individual board members

• Support a culture of learning, curiosity, and mutual respect

• Respect consumables - use only what you need

Loveland CreatorSpace is volunteer‑run — the space works because members help it work.

5. Access Rules

Building Access

Members receive 24/7 access through the current access system (keycard, code, or app — depending on current policy).

Do not share keys, codes, or access credentials.

Lost fobs may incur a replacement fee.

Shop Access

Some tools require additional authorization (SawStop, CNC, welding, lathes, lasers).

Members must complete training before using restricted equipment.

Tool reservations (if applicable) must be made through Slack or posted systems.

Slack Communication

Slack is the primary communication platform for:

• Tool reservations

• Shop updates

• Safety notices

• Community discussions

• Project collaboration

Members should join the relevant channels for the areas they use.

6. Volunteering & Stewardship

Members are encouraged to:

• Help maintain shop areas

• Assist with cleaning and organization

• Teach classes or workshops

• Serve as area leads

• Help onboard new members

• Participate in community events

• Participate in periodic work days

Stewardship is part of membership — it keeps the space running smoothly and builds community.

7. Code of Conduct

Members must:

• Treat others with respect

• Communicate constructively

• Avoid harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior

• Respect personal property and projects

• Follow all safety rules

• Use tools responsibly

• Support a positive, inclusive environment

Violations may result in warnings, suspension, or revocation of membership.

8. New Member Orientation

All new members should:

• Attend a New Member Orientation

• Complete basic safety training

• Get introduced to area leads

• Join Slack

• Learn how to reserve tools and ask for help

• Review the Member Handbook

• Orientation must be completed before fob activation

Orientation ensures new members feel confident and supported.

9. Leaving or Pausing Membership

Members may:

• Pause membership

• Cancel membership at any time

• Rejoin later without penalty

• Request storage cleanup or project pickup if leaving

• Members are responsible for removing stored items before cancellation

• Unclaimed items may be disposed of after the posted grace period

Tools and projects left behind may be removed or repurposed after a posted grace period.

10. Need Help?

For membership questions:

• Contact the Director

• Ask in Slack (#membership)

• Speak with any board member

• Attend a board meeting (members always welcome)