Reservations can be made up to one year in advance. A cleaning and damage deposit will be collected within three days of making the reservation, and the balance is due 14 days prior to the event. Other requirements include: 

• a copy of the certificate of insurance showing general liability and liquor liability if alcohol will be served
• a copy of the invoice or contract showing the hiring of security guards
• a signed Use Permit  

The facility has eight-foot rectangular tables, white folding chairs, 4 couches and 3 coffee tables. The Kitchenette, included with the Lounge rental, has a refrigerator with top freezer, coffee maker, microwave, and stainless steel carts. There is no ice machine, utensils or dinnerware. The lounge also has a projector screen. All projector equipment will be provided by the renter. 

The downstairs Commercial Kitchen includes a two double ovens with stove top with griddles, dishwasher, refrigerator, stand-alone freezer, and large outdoor covered BBQ pit. There is no ice machine, utensils or dinnerware. An outdoor staircase provides access to the Top Floor.

The performance stage, located in the Main Hall, includes curtains, multiple outlets, and a projector screen. No audio or visual equipment is provided. 
 

The facilty has 350 - 360 white folding chairs, 30 - 40 eight-foot rectangular tables and 15 - 20 sixty-inch round tables.

The parking lot has approximately 100 spaces with 11 parking spaces for persons with disabilities for reservation holders. There is also plenty of off-street parking. 

There is no on-site attendant.

Please schedule an appointment to view the SLO Vets Hall by contacting the Rental Office at (805) 781-5900 during operating hours, Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM. . 

SLO Vets Hall Virtual Tour

Renters may be required to hire security guards for their event. The number of guards is based on the size and type of event, as well as if there will be alcohol present.
 

• Renters who hire security guard businesses not on the list above will need to provide the County with a copy of the business's Certificate of Insurance naming the "County of San Luis Obispo, its Officers and Employees" as additionally insured.

  • Condor Security of America, Inc.   (805) 352-1000
  • In-House Security                             (805) 238-7728
  • Miller Event Staff & Management  (805) 547-9526
  • Frontal Security                                 (805) 233-8011
  • Lyon Patrol                                         (805) 369-3738

COMMON WAYS TO LOSE YOUR CLEANING DEPOSIT:

• Staying beyond rented timeframe. Recommend you start cleaning up at least 1.5 hours before the end of your rental
• Not putting back and stacking all the tables and chairs as they were found
• Gum on the floors - gum takes a lot of time to remove without causing damage
• Sticky floors due to beer, wine, soda spills, vomit, etc.
• Use of a smoke or fog machine
• Triggering a fire alarm
• Damage to the floor beyond normal wear and tear
• Using any prohibited items

Yes, renters must obtain comprehensive general liability insurance. If alcohol will be served or sold during the rental, liquor liability coverage is also required. Insurance must provide coverage for a minimum of $2,000,000.00 in damages (additional coverage may be required if Risk Management determines the activity to be high risk) and shall name "County of San Luis Obispo, its officers and employees" as an additionally insured party. Please contact [email protected]. 

 

Here’s a simplified version of what to ask for:

Description of operations need to include:

Location: County of San Luis Obispo, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo CA 93401

Certificate holder needs to read:

              County of San Luis Obispo

             Its Officers, Agents, and Employees

             Attn: Central Services – RPS

             1087 Santa Rosa St.       

             San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

Insurance Coverage:

• General Liability: $2,000,000 per occurrence/$4,000,000 General Aggregate (General Liability can be $1,000,000 supplemented with an additional $1,000,000 umbrella policy.  Same applies for General Aggregate)
• Additional Insured Endorsement listing the County as additionally insured to read as follows: "County of San Luis Obispo, its Officers, Agents, and Employees"
• Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement naming the County as follows: "County of San Luis Obispo, its Officers, Agents, and Employees"
• Primary Non-Contributory Endorsement

Yes, the County extends a 50% discount off public rates to non-County government agencies and non-profit organizations that can provide 501(c)(3) or similar documentation. Veterans' organizations may reserve up to two years in advance, and are allowed two free rentals per month. General funded County Departments are entitled to two free uses a month for County-related business only, Monday through Thursday. Paid customers have booking priority over County Departments. Certain days are restricted for use by County departments. 
 

A Use Permit, detailing renter rights and responsibilities, will be issued for reservations at the SLO Vets Hall.  Renters agree to maintain equipment and premises in good working order, having regard for the age and condition of the building and permitted use, and shall be held responsible for any damage to equipment or facilities beyond reasonable wear and tear. Renters agree to perform all set up and cleaning within the time designated on the reservation permit, and agree that overtime may be charged at twice the hourly rate. Further, renters shall comply with local ordinances and all County rules and regulations. Please, NO CLIMBING ON THE TANK. There is no smoking inside the building and no overnight camping on the grounds.