The purpose of this document is to establish a mutual agreement between the each housing student and The Florida State University, acting for and on behalf of the Florida State University Board of Trustees, a public body corporate of the State of Florida with regard to living in University Housing facilities.

The following terms and conditions of occupancy (hereinafter called "terms") are made part of the rental agreement signed by the Resident on the housing agreement.

PART I - GENERAL

1. USE OF DWELLING

1. Residents shall use and occupy the dwelling unit for which they have signed a rental agreement exclusively as a residence for themselves, and for no other purpose, except as may be permitted by the Florida State University (hereinafter called the University). For Alumni Village residents, those residents and immediate family members written on the application as living in the apartment at the time of application must notify University Housing immediately if there is any change in the composition of the household. Residents shall comply with all laws and ordinances affecting the use or occupancy of the premises and with all rules or regulations now or hereafter prescribed by the University for the safety, comfort, and welfare of the residents of the housing units.
2. Conditions, terms, and rates as set forth in these agreements may be altered by the University upon 30 days notice mailed, e-mailed, or delivered to the residents.

2. LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE

1. In 1992 Congress passed the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (known as Title X), which directed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to require disclosure of lead-based paint and lead paint before the sale or leasing of housing built before 1978. Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Lead from paint, paint chips, and dust can pose health hazards if not managed properly. Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Before renting pre-1978 housing, lessors must disclose the presence of known lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in the dwelling. Lessees must also receive a federally approved pamphlet on lead poisoning prevention.

Alumni Village was built in three stages beginning in 1959 and completed in 1965. In compliance with this act this is to inform you:

1)        University Housing has no knowledge of the presence of lead-based paint or lead-based hazards in Alumni Village ;

2)        University Housing has no reports or records pertaining to lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards in Alumni Village ; And

3)        Upon check-in to Alumni Village , you will be supplied with a booklet entitled Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home published by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

1. Since Alumni Village was built before 1978 there may be lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards. Especially if you are pregnant or have small children, you are encouraged to follow the precautions suggested in the booklet named above.

3. TERMS OF PAYMENT

1. Rent or other recurring occupancy charges are payable in advance, without demand or billing, at the University Housing Office or Student Financial Services on or before the first day of each calendar month of occupancy, in the amounts specified on the assignment invoice plus any surcharges. Charges for partial periods of occupancy shall be computed on the basis of 1/30 of the monthly rate for each day in such periods. Each month shall be considered as having 30 days for the purpose of rental computations. A full day's rent is chargeable although occupancy may be for only a portion of the day.
2. Residents shall pay the rental and other occupancy charges from the assignment date listed on the assignment invoice unless the apartment is available and is occupied earlier, or from the date keys are issued, if earlier; in such cases charges will be adjusted to the earlier date. If the rent begins after the 20th of the month the following month's rental charge must also be paid. Subsequent rental payments must be paid for each full month thereafter in advance. After the tenth day of each month, unpaid rental charges are delinquent and an additional $10 late fee will be charged.
3. Residents of Rogers Hall are required to pay $17.50 for a University post office box each semester (payable at the beginning of fall and spring semester). This rate is for the 2007-2008 academic year.

4. REFUNDS

1. Unearned Rent: If occupancy is terminated at any time other than the last day of the period for which charges have been fully paid, unearned rent, less any amount due the University, shall be refunded to the resident by the University, provided that the resident has given the required notice of termination and the unit is accepted by the University. Refunds shall be calculated on the basis of 1/30 of the monthly rent times the number of days remaining in the period after the date of termination. Each month shall be considered as having 30 days for the purpose of refund computation.
2. Three to four weeks are required for processing refunds. If there are any fees owed to the University, the refund will be applied to the balance due.

5. UTILITIES ( Alumni Village Only). Apartments are individually metered and the city utilities department will bill the resident of each apartment.

6. TERMINATION OF OCCUPANCY

A. By the University:

(1) Except as indicated in 6.A.3 below, occupancy and use of dwelling units may be terminated at any time by the University by giving not less than 30 days advance notice in writing, delivered, e-mailed, or mailed to a resident at his/her premises or firmly affixed to his/her door.

(2) The University reserves the right to transfer resident within the apartment housing units if necessary for maximum and best utilization of units as determined by the University.

(3) Without limitation to the following, termination may be effected immediately if:

(a) The resident defaults in the payment of rent and other charges when due;

(b) There is any violation of the Terms;

(c) The resident misrepresents any material fact submitted to the University as required;

(d) The resident misrepresents any fact for which he/she has signed on the Housing Agreement/Application for University Housing facilities and the assignment invoice;

(e) The resident is not registered for the current term at Florida State University as a fee-paying, degree-seeking student making reasonable progress toward obtaining a degree; [Exception: Residents who are still bona fide students and have not graduated may, based upon special requirements of their academic program or special financial consideration, petition to retain their assigned apartment for one semester during the school year (September through August) in which they are not enrolled. Approval must be granted prior to the semester in which non-enrollment is requested.]; Students who withdraw from the University within a given term are no longer eligible for University Housing. The student must vacate within 24 hours of withdrawing;

(f) The resident is suspended or expelled from the University;

(g) In the event that the University determines to discontinue occupancy in all or any part of the apartment housing, the University reserves the right to require a resident to move from his/her dwelling unit, and these Terms shall be terminated in accordance with the provisions hereof;

(h) Apartment assignments may at any time be changed, canceled or terminated immediately by the University in the interests of order, health, discipline, maximum utilization of facilities or disaster after notice to the assignee as is practical. Disregard for the rights, responsibilities and duties of others, as well as the creation of circumstances which could jeopardize life, limb or property, are conditions which are not acceptable in University Housing and may be cause for termination of the Housing Agreement.

(i) The resident fails to maintain minimum standards of safety and health code practices;

(4) If the University terminates occupancy and all rights of the resident according to (a) through (i) above, it shall have the right without further demand or notice from the institution of any legal proceedings whatsoever, to re-enter and take possession of the premises and remove all persons and property there from by suitable action.

B. By the Residents :

A. Occupancy and use of any dwelling unit may be terminated at any time by the resident by obtaining, completing and delivering an official university form entitled ‘Intent to Vacate' (not less than 30 days advance notice) to the main office of Alumni Village or Rogers Hall. Failure to give the 30 day notice may result in an assessment of monetary charges for the full 30 days. If occupancy is to be terminated at the end of a term, the resident shall give at least 30 days notice in writing on an Intent to Vacate form available at the main office of Alumni Village or Rogers Hall.

B. Residents shall terminate occupancy no later than a date stated by the University, advance notice of which shall be delivered to each apartment unit. Once an intent-to-vacate has been processed, changes to an earlier date will not be accepted.

C. When resident departs, the apartment will be inspected for cleanliness and damage. When the resident departs in the middle of the month, rental charges will be prorated. The resident will be billed for all labor, material and replacement costs necessary to place the vacated apartment in proper condition for subsequent assignment, reasonable wear and tear excepted. Rent continues until the key is returned. Failure to return keys to staff at time of departure will result in charges for labor and material to replace the door lock.

D. Immediately when any termination becomes effective, an occupant must quietly and peaceably remove him/herself, his/her family/roommate and his/her property from the premises and surrender possession thereof to the University. Upon termination of occupancy, resident shall quit and surrender the premises, equipment, and furnishings therein in good order and repair, reasonable wear and tear excepted. Residents shall submit apartment units for inspection and acceptance by the facilities manager or his/her representative immediately prior to termination of occupancy. The University shall have the right, without further notice, to dispose of any personal property abandoned on the premises or in the apartment housing by the resident after the resident vacates the premises in accordance with Section 705.18 Florida Statutes.

7. RESIDENT'S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Aid in Maintenance: Residents shall assist and cooperate with the University in the care and maintenance of the premises, and shall report promptly to the main office of Alumni Village or Rogers Hall any breakage, damage, or need for repair of the dwelling unit, facilities or equipment therein. Residents SHALL NOT ADJUST OR TAMPER WITH ANY MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, OR GAS FIRED EQUIPMENT.

B. Alterations by Residents: Residents shall make no alterations, changes, repairs, remodeling, application of wallpaper or paint to the premises or equipment therein without prior consent of the University. Residents shall use no screws or nails on the premises. Residents shall not use padlocks, change locks already in use, or use any locking device that is not University approved. Individual security systems are not permitted.

C. Entry: The resident shall permit the duly authorized agent, employee or representative of the University to enter without notice any part of the dwelling unit during reasonable hours for the purpose of inventory, maintenance, inspections, improvements or repairs to any part of such dwelling unit. The student's personal property is not subject to search without express approval of the student except when a reasonable belief exists that the apartment is being used for a purpose that is illegal, there is disregard for the rights, responsibilities and duties of others, or the creation of circumstances which could jeopardize life, limb or property.

D. Public Areas: Residents are jointly responsible with other residents for the protection, maintenance and care of public areas or equipment.

E. Transfers or Subletting Units: Residents shall not transfer possession, lease or sublet the premises nor give accommodations to guests, boarders or lodgers without express approval of the University.

F. Rubbish, Garbage, and Waste: Residents shall deposit garbage, rubbish, recyclables and other waste in a manner prescribed by the University and laws and ordinances covering the use of the premises.

G. The resident shall be responsible for the care and preservation of all University-owned movable equipment, furniture and furnishings provided in the dwelling and shall be responsible for these as prescribed by the University. Transfer of furniture between apartments or removal from the unit is prohibited. Beds may not be set up in the living room in Rogers Hall. The State of Florida laws require annual physical inventory, therefore, the property must be available in the location as shown on property records for such inventory.

H. Telephone Service (Rogers Hall Only): You have the ability to contract for telephone and cable services. These services are contracted separately by contacting the Office of Telecommunications. You agree to be responsible for all charges associated with cable and telephone services.

I. Residents will be required to either move to another apartment or vacate (Rogers Hall or Alumni Village ) entirely in case of roommate incompatibility.

J. Liability for Loss or Damage: The University shall not be liable for damage to or loss of personal property, failure or interruption of utilities, or unforeseen accidents/injuries. The University provides only liability for damages or injuries caused by negligence on the part of the University or its employees while working within the scope of their employment. Students are strongly encouraged to secure their own health and personal property loss insurance.

K. Residents are responsible for knowing and observing the University's regulations, policies and standards governing conduct and procedure.

L. In keeping with the policies of the university, all rooms are assigned without regard to race, creed, or national origin.

8. INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE UNIVERSITY Residents shall submit to the University, upon request, signed statements setting forth the pertinent facts concerning their household composition and student status. The University may re-examine such information periodically for the purpose of determining the right of continued occupancy.

PART II - GENERAL REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO COMMUNITY WELFARE

 In the interest of community welfare, the following general regulations should be observed:

1. Automobiles and Motorcycles: Speed limits on housing streets shall be observed as designated. Alumni Village will adhere to Florida State University parking and traffic regulations rule NO: 6C2-2.009 (copies available in the Alumni Village Main Office or Parking Services). Because of the extreme fire hazard, motorcycles, mopeds, or other gas powered vehicles must not be parked inside apartments or in breezeways. Violators will be charged $25 a day until compliance is achieved. Recreational vans/buses, boats, and trailers may not be parked in the Village. The Alumni Village decal must be visible in the back window on the driver's side for the vehicle to be officially registered for parking. Abandoned and/or inoperable vehicles will be subject to Florida State University parking regulations No: 6C2-2.009 which states "vehicles...abandoned on campus, deemed as a safety hazard by FSU Public Safety or Environmental Health & Safety, or failing to display a current valid permit or decal shall be towed away and placed in commercial or University storage. Towing and storage charges and any appropriate university fines, will be borne by the vehicle owner and must be paid before the vehicle will be released." No car repair may be done on the premises. This includes the removing and changing of vehicular fluids. An assessment of $25 per day will be made for failure to comply with any of the above standards.

2. Boats, Boat Trailers, Hauling Trailers, Buses and Recreational Vehicle: Residents may not store boats, boat trailers, hauling trailers or trailers of any sort, buses, or recreational vehicles in housing areas. Residents must make their own arrangements for storage and/or parking of these items outside of the housing area.

3. Business: Residents shall not pursue any business on the premises.

4. Construction: No outdoor or indoor construction of any type is allowed without prior written consent of the University.

5. Damages: Residents are responsible for the care of their apartment and the furniture and equipment therein. Charges may be made for damages to, or alterations to rooms, equipment or furnishings.

6. Disease: Residents will report immediately to the University any infectious or contagious disease occurring within the apartment housing.

7. Disturbances: Residents shall not conduct or permit in their apartments,or on University Property, loud parties or activities or in any manner create disturbances which would cause annoyance or discomfort to other residents. Residents will not permit premises to be used for illegal or immoral purposes.

8. Drugs: No illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia are permitted in the apartments.

9. Fire Hazards: Residents shall permit no combustible material (this includes candles and incense) to be kept on the premises and shall take every precaution to prevent fires. Stairways and breezeways as well as screened ventilation areas shall be kept clear of all items to allow for quick egress in case of emergency. Screened balconies are to be used only for ventilation. They are not to be used as storage areas and should be kept free of all items. A charge of $25 will be assessed for locking or storing anything on or immediately adjacent (within two feet) to gas, electrical or water meters or conduits from these meters leading into the apartment at Alumni Village .

10. Firearms: Residents may not possess on University property firearms, fireworks or any material which may be hazardous to the health or safety of the other residents.

11. Guests: Guests shall not be permitted to remain an unreasonable length of time (defined to be not more than TWO weeks during any academic semester) and must be registered with the main office of Alumni Village or Rogers Hall PRIOR to their arrival. Residents can only have current FSU students and immediate family members stay at Alumni Village for extended periods of time to baby-sit or housesit. Residents shall be held responsible for the actions of family members and guests.

12. Heating: Residents SHALL NOT USE any additional equipment for heating without prior written consent of the University.

13. Halogen Lamps: Halogen lamps are not permitted.

14. Laundry: Clothes shall be dried only in those areas designated by the University. Residents shall not erect lines for drying clothing on breezeways or within or adjacent to the apartment housing area. Laundry and dish washing machines are not permitted in the apartment units.

15. Miscellaneous: Residents shall not shake, clean or hang any bedclothes, rugs, mops, dust cloths, etc., from windows, on roofs,on fencing and any hand rails, and shall not climb on roofs. Rugs are not permitted to be hung anywhere, including clothes lines. Play equipment may not be attached to buildings, trees or other University property.

16. Pest Control: All apartments will be treated unless the resident provides documentation from a physician requesting an exception for medical reasons.

17. Pets: Fish are the only pets permitted in Rogers Hall. The only pets allowed in Alumni Village are fish and small caged birds (prior approval from main office of Alumni Village is required of its residents). Fish tanks must not exceed 50 gallons.

18. Premises: Residents shall maintain premises in a neat and orderly condition. No refuse or litter such as loose paper, cans, bottles, etc., shall be permitted to accumulate in and around the apartment or in breezeways or screened ventilation areas. A charge of $25 per day will be assessed for non-compliance.

19. Refrigerators and Freezers: Additional refrigerators or freezers are not permitted.

20. Signs: Residents shall display no signs, placards or banners of any type in or about the premises.

21. Soliciting: Since solicitors or other sales personnel are not allowed access to the premises except with permission from the University, the residents are requested to notify the main office (of Alumni Village or Rogers Hall) of violations of this rule.

22. Smoke Detectors: Smoke detectors may not be dismantled or rendered inoperable. A fine of $50 will be assessed for violation of this policy.

23. Storage: At Alumni Village , no household or personal property (including children's toys) may be stored outside of dwelling units. Residents shall not store items on stairwell breezeways or in screened ventilation areas. A charge of $25 will be assessed until the items are removed.

24. Television Antennae, Radio Aerials and Satellite Dishes: Residents shall not erect television antennae, radio aerials or satellite dishes.

25. University Regulations: Residents are responsible for knowing and observing University regulations and procedures as set forth in official University publications.

26. Window Air Conditioners and Window Fans: Residents may not install window air conditioner and window fans in any place other than the designated area. In compliance with fire safety codes, fans are not allowed in kitchen windows.

27. Drums or other loud musical instruments: Residents shall not play drums or other loud musical instruments.

28. Children must be supervised at all times when using any outdoor area (playgrounds, parks, breezeways, or in and around apartments) .

29. Violations: A charge of $25 per day will be assessed for any behavior that violates the community standards set forth by the lease agreement or other official University publication.

PART III - REPRESENTATIVE AND WAIVERS

Neither the University, the Housing managers, agents or employees of the foregoing have made any representations or promises with respect to any part of the premises or dwelling units other than set forth herein. The failure of the University to insist, in any one or more instance, upon the strict observance of any of the Terms shall not be considered as a waiver or relinquishment of such Terms in any other instances, but the same shall continue in full force and effect. The University reserves the right to make such other rules as may be deemed appropriate or necessary for the safety, care and cleanliness of the premises, and for securing the comfort and convenience of all residents.

The laws of the State of Florida shall govern this agreement for any action, state or federal, arising out of, from, or as a result of this, agreement shall be in Leon County, Florida.