Prohibited Fixtures & Display Standards

Prohibited Fixtures & Display Standards

Belleville Market is committed to providing a safe, professional, and visually cohesive environment for all guests and merchants. To maintain guest accessibility, consistent aesthetics, and safety, certain types of fixtures are strictly prohibited.

1. Locked or Inaccessible Display Fixtures

  1. Locked showcases or display cabinets of any kind are strictly prohibited.
  2. All merchandise must be easily accessible to guests.
  3. Restricting access to products can negatively impact sales and reduces the guest experience, so open, approachable displays are required.

2. Low-Quality or Improper Tables and Fixtures

  1. Office-type folding tables, plywood tables, or any fixtures that do not meet Belleville Market’s quality standards are not permitted under any circumstances.
  2. Only fixtures that are stable, professional-looking, and consistent with the Market’s aesthetic may be used.
  3. Using low-quality or makeshift fixtures can:
    1. Make your selling space appear unprofessional or cluttered
    2. Disrupt the uniform look and feel of the Market

3. Cardboard or Improper Storage Displays

  1. Merchandise should never be displayed or stored in plain cardboard boxes, unless the box has been professionally covered or wrapped to create a polished appearance.
  2. Using uncovered cardboard boxes can:
    1. Make your selling space appear unprofessional or cluttered
    2. Negatively impact the overall visual consistency of the Market
  3. All storage or display containers should blend with your branding and display style.

4. Unsecured or Tipping Hazards

  1. Taller fixtures that are unsecured or unstable pose safety hazards and are not permitted.
  2. Fixtures must be:
    1. Stable and balanced, with no risk of tipping over
    2. Installed in a way that does not obstruct walkways, exits, or neighboring spaces
  3. Belleville Market management may require the removal, relocation, or adjustment of any fixture deemed unsafe.

5. Management Discretion

  1. Belleville Market management reserves the right to approve, remove, or relocate any fixture at its sole discretion.
  2. This authority ensures that all selling spaces:
    1. Maintain a consistent and professional visual appearance
    2. Provide safe access to all merchandise
    3. Contribute to a uniform guest experience across the Market

6. Summary

All fixtures used at Belleville Market must prioritize:
  1. Guest accessibility – merchandise must be easy to reach
  2. Professional appearance – contributes to a cohesive Market aesthetic
  3. Safety and stability – prevents accidents and injuries
Merchants are not permitted to use low-quality tables, folding tables, plywood tables, or any unstable or makeshift fixtures. Only approved fixtures that meet the Market’s standards for appearance, stability, and functionality are allowed.

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