As residents of UC-Housing Inc. and as neighbors in the communities that UC-Housing Inc. units are

located in/affiliated with, you (Resident/Tenant) must abide by all Resident Housing Policies (SHP) as well as Resident Conduct Code as described in your individual University/College program catalogs/manuals.

 

These policies benefit individual Residents as well as the entire residential community.  Failure to abide

by these Policies may result in disciplinary action, revocation of your individual UC-Housing Rental

Agreement, criminal and/or civil action.  

 

I.  ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES:  

a. Residents and guests who are under the age of 21 are not permitted to use, possess, or be in the

presence of alcohol. 

b. A resident over the age of 21 may consume alcohol under the following conditions: 

  •While in his/her residential unit with the door closed  

  •Not in the presence of anyone under 21 years of age (it is the responsibility of residents who are 

21 years of age or older to ensure that they are not consuming alcohol in the presence of residents who

are under the age of 21)  

  •Not as part of a large group or party where the main purpose appears to be drinking alcohol. 

c. Residents and guests over 21 years of age may possess quantities of alcohol that are intended for

personal consumption only. Kegs or other large containers or large quantities of alcohol are prohibited in housing.  

d. Persons over the age of 21 may possess and consume alcohol as a guest in the residential unit of a

resident who is at least 21 years of age. The host resident must be present, the unit door must be closed

and no one under the age of 21 may be present. 

e. Open containers of alcohol are not permitted outside of personal residences. Open alcohol containers

in lounges, lobbies, balconies, etc. are prohibited.  

f. Closed containers of alcohol are allowed in public areas only if they are being transported to the

residential unit of a legal-aged resident. 

g. Any resident regardless of age found to be intoxicated and/or unable to exercise care for one’s own 

safety and/or the safety of others due to intoxication is in violation of Housing Policies of UC-Housing Inc. Residents who violate any other university policy while under the influence of alcohol are also in violation of UC-Housing Inc.’s policies as UC-Housing Inc. supports university policies. 

h. Possession of empty containers of alcohol will be interpreted as consumption of alcohol. Certain

alcohol-related paraphernalia and alcohol-related decorations that contain or once served as containers

for alcohol is a violation. 

i. The sale or distribution of alcohol is prohibited in housing. 

  

II. CLEANLINESS:  

Because we live in close proximity to each other, all residents are expected to maintain cleanliness and

hygiene in their living unit. Some causes for concern would include but are not limited to a significant

odor, excessive trash rotting, or spoiling food left in the open, dirty dishes, debris covering exit ways, etc. UC-Housing Inc. will assess a fine of $30 to the tenant at fault for each instance that occurs after an

initial one-time warning.

 

III. COMPUTER USE:  

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has subpoenaed information about individuals

believed to have engaged in unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing of copyrighted music and other

works. Unauthorized downloading and uploading of copyrighted music, movies, and software constitutes as an illegal copyright infringement.  Residents should be aware that the unauthorized sharing of peer-to-peer file copyrighted works, including music, pictures, movies, and software is a violation of UC-Housing Inc. computer use policy. It is also illegal and may carry significant monetary and/or criminal sanctions. It is the responsibility of Residents who are downloading or uploading documents to make certain that they are not copyrighted works, or that the Resident has the permission of the copyright holder. 

 

IV. DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR:  

 Any activity, which can be interpreted as endangering to or harming oneself, any community member,

or guest is prohibited. 

 

V.  DESTRUCTION/MISUSE/THEFT OF PROPERTY:  

Property damage is inappropriate and demonstrates a lack of respect for the community and the

property of others. The following are violations of this policy: 

a. Unauthorized possession, use or misuse, removal, defacement and/or tampering of UC-Housing Inc.

owned property or leased property or equipment or any property belonging to a community member or

guest is prohibited.   

b. Any resident who maliciously or accidentally damages UC-Housing Inc.  owned property will be

responsible for the cost of the damage and/or the cost of the labor to restore or repair the property to its original condition.                                                                                   

c. Residents will be responsible for the actions of and/or damages incurred by their guests.  

d. Residents are prohibited from physically repairing damages to UC-Housing Inc. property. If property is

damaged, please report the damage to UC-Housing Inc. staff immediately.   

e. Common area damage charges not readily assigned to a particular individual may be charged to a

group or floor of residents. UC-Housing Inc. furniture may not be removed from Resident units or common areas.  

f. Furniture may not be stored on balconies/balcony storage. Residents are responsible for the condition

of their unit and the furnishings provided for them by housing.  

g. Residents must keep balconies clear of obstructions such as screens, bamboo or other coverings that

block the view for safety personnel. 

 

VI. DISORDERLY CONDUCT:   

Behaviors whether through conduct or expression which are not civil or respectful and which breach the

peace within or around the residence halls or at any residence-hall related function are not permitted. 

 

VII. DRUGS, NARCOTICS, SMOKING AND PARAPHERNALIA:  

Possession, usage, or manufacture of controlled substances (including paraphernalia for intended or

implied use) of any sort is illegal and prohibited. Residents suspected of violating this policy may be

confronted by staff members and/or by civil authorities. The following consist of additional violations

under this policy: 

a. Possession and use of marijuana or use of products that resemble or smell like marijuana is 

prohibited (whether the user has a valid license to carry or utilize marijuana).

b. The misuse of prescription medication and/or cleaning products or fumes.  Also, the use of marijuana, even with a prescription, is prohibited. 

c. Inability to exercise care for one’s own safety and/or the safety of others while under the influence of

controlled substances.   

d. Suspicion of using illegal drugs which includes, but is not limited to, marijuana odor emanating from a

unit, drug paraphernalia seen in a room, storage closet, balcony, etc. 

e. The sale and/or distribution of drugs and/or paraphernalia is prohibited. 

f. Smoking in or around your unit or on your balcony is strictly prohibited.

 

VIII. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH AN ADMINISTRATIVE REQUEST 

a. Failure to comply with an administrative request when a UC-Housing Inc.  staff member is acting in   

his/her official capacity including: failure to appear/meet, to vacate a unit, to cease inappropriate

behavior, to produce identification, and/or to exit a facility when requested.  

b. Providing fabricated, falsified, misrepresentative, or non-negotiable information or documents. 

c. In binding roommate agreements, agreed to and signed after a mediation, residents must adhere to

those agreements or they will be subject to violation of this policy. 

 

IX. FIRE HAZARDS AND SAFETY:  

The following constitutes a list of violations that could result in prosecution and/or fines:  

a. Tampering or damaging fire equipment or intentionally misusing fire alarms, smoke detectors, fire

sprinklers, fire extinguishers, emergency exit signs or pulling the fire alarm when the cause is unrelated

to notification of a fire. 

b. Intentionally or negligently causing and/or creating a fire, explosion or release of poisonous gas or

fumes. 

c. Failure to evacuate a building immediately following the sounding of an alarm, unless 

otherwise instructed by Resident Housing staff, fire-safety or other emergency response personnel. 

d. Possessing or storing gasoline, fireworks and/or combustible decorations and chemicals.  

e.  Storing fuel-driven engines including motorcycles, mopeds, etc. in residential housing. 

f. Open flames (including candles and incense), combustible decorations and chemicals, deep 

fat fryers, electric fry pans, space heaters and halogen lamps are prohibited (including on balconies). 

g. Disabling, opening, damaging, or propping exits used exclusively as fire exits is prohibited (unless

being used properly as an exit during an emergency situation).   

h. Grills – BBQ Grills cannot be operated anywhere but on balconies. Propane grills are prohibited. 

Charcoal grills are the only acceptable grill. Lighter fluid is also prohibited. Only self-starting charcoal is

permitted. 

i. (Apartments with kitchens) Using toasters or other cooking devices in areas outside of the kitchen. 

j. (Apartments without kitchens) Using cooking devices outside of the designated area from the living

room.

k. Using steam producing appliances (IE: Rice cookers) under cabinets where steam will damage wood or

kitchen finishes.

 

X.  GAMBLING:  

All forms of gambling are prohibited on state property. This would include but is not limited to activities

played for money, checks, or some other representative value. 

 

XI. HARM OR THREAT OF HARM TO SELF OR ANOTHER:   

Committing acts of physical or mental abuse or engaging in actions that intimidate, harass, threaten,

coerce, or otherwise endanger the health or safety of self or another person (including threats or attempts of suicide) is prohibited.  This includes but is not limited to physical harm or threat of physical

harm to any person and/or to self. 

 

XII. LITTERING/TRASH REMOVAL:  

Littering, inappropriate disposal of trash, and/or sweeping debris into a public hallway or area in the

residence communities or the surrounding grounds is not permitted. If the problem is persistent and not

able to be resolved by the community, fines may be issued for violations of this policy. 

 

XIII. LOCKS:   

Installation on any door locks other than those provided by UC-Housing Inc. and approved by such staff is prohibited.  Unauthorized duplication of keys is also prohibited. 

 

XIV. PETS:  

Animals are not allowed in UC-Housing Inc. housing at any time unless authorized by UC-Housing Inc.

Exceptions:  

 

-Assisted living animals verified by our department  

-Fish in tanks that do not exceed a total capacity of 10 gallons for each unit. 

-Village tenants whose pets were ‘grandfathered-in’ under old lease terms (no new pets are 

allowed at The Village) 

 

XV. POSTING:  

Residential community members and residents may not post materials without the permission of UC-

Housing Inc. in or around their respective units/premises. No offensive or alcohol/drug-related materials

may be posted in a public area or a place where they can be viewed from a public area (e.g. external unit

door, balcony, in a visible place from windows, etc.). 

 

XVI. QUIET HOURS:  

Quiet hours mean that community members must keep noise at a very minimal level in all of our

housing, surrounding grounds, and recreation areas. Courtesy hours mean that residents are expected to

maintain a reasonable or moderate noise level.  

 

During quiet and courtesy hours, requests for less noise from community members and Housing staff

members will be respected in our community.   

 

Quiet hours are: 

10 p.m. - 8 a.m. Sunday night to Friday morning 

11 p.m. – 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday 

24 hour quiet hours – in effect the last two weeks of each academic semester 

 

Courtesy hours are in effect at all other times. 

 

All musical and percussion instruments must be registered with your representative at UC-Housing Inc.

before being played in the residence halls.  Permission must be obtained in writing from roommates 

and neighboring units.  A $50 fine will be assessed to any resident who receives more than 1 warning

from UC-Housing Inc. or the building owner. Three (3) citations will be cause for termination of tenancy.

 

XVII. ROOM SWAPS AND CHANGES: 

ALL YEAR AROUND unauthorized room transfers are strictly prohibited.  UC-Housing Inc. must ask that residents not to change rooms without approval. Please contact your representative to file a room change and avoid unnecessary confusion and charges during the year. 

 

XVIII. SAFETY/SECURITY: 

Safety/Security policies are necessary for the safety of residents and therefore must be 

followed.  The following is a list of security/security violations: 

 

a. The unauthorized use, possession, or duplication of room or master keys including lending keys to any

person; 

b. Bypassing or tampering with the electronic locking mechanisms for the lobby or unit doors.  

Propping of any door, other than your own unit door, is prohibited. 

c. Unauthorized entry into a building other than the one in which a resident has key access; 

d. Unauthorized presence on rooftops, ledges, or areas marked for restricted access;  

e. Unauthorized use of or entry/attempted entry into computer or telecommunications systems; 

f. Providing access to buildings or units within buildings to those other than residents with key access,

staff, or attended guests by any means; 

g. Failure to lock or secure doors, entrance doors, or allowing a person entrance into a building and

leaving them unattended in a public area; 

h. Removal of any window screens (except for evacuation due to a fire). All residents of a living unit may

be fined if a screen is removed for a non-emergency purpose; 

i. Throwing, dropping, or projecting any objects from any residence hall building, doorway, window or

balcony; 

j. Using one’s balcony as a means of entry or exit; or using it to store unsightly articles, garbage, or UC-

Housing Inc.  owned or leased furniture is not permitted.  Sitting/perching on or jumping over balcony

railings is prohibited. 

k. Use of sporting and recreation equipment is prohibited in indoor common areas such as lobbies,

hallways and entrances.  

l. Locking bikes to anything other than authorized bike racks (i.e. handrails, fire hydrants, etc.) is

prohibited.  

m. Failure to follow procedures at security gates is prohibited.  

 

XXIV. SEXUAL ASSAULT:  

Sexual assault, sexual battery, or rape of a community member or guest thereof is prohibited.  

Note:  This behavior is defined as any sexual activity conducted without the expressed consent of all

parties involved. 

 

XX. SMOKING: 

Due to state/federal and building owner policies, smoking is prohibited in all of our buildings, Resident

rooms, residential hallways, restrooms, lounges, stairs, balconies, volleyball and basketball courts and

pool areas. Residents may only smoke 30 feet away from any building.  This includes the use of smoking

devices such as hookah pipes and e-cigarettes. 

 

XXI. SOLICITATION: 

Door-to-door solicitation for commercial purposes is prohibited. Any nonprofit, political, and/or UC-Housing Inc. organization/group desiring to solicit in UC-Housing Inc. communities must secure permission in advance from the Associate Director for Residence Life.  Resident Housing will never grant permission to any individual or organization not affiliated with the Housing Office to sell or advertise door to door within the buildings

or parking lots. 

 

XXII. THREATENING BEHAVIOR: 

Conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person within or related to the

University community, including physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, or sexual misconduct. 

 

XXIII. VISITATION: 

This visitation policy is designed with the safety and consideration of our community members 

and property in mind. In addition, California law dictates these policies in Title V of the California 

Code of Regulations. Resident residents are permitted to host guests as long as the rights and 

privacy of the other persons living in the unit are taken into consideration, and the following 

guidelines are observed. 

 

Persons who hold a valid current UC-Housing Inc. rental agreement but are visiting residents in other

units are considered Residential Guests; all others are considered Non-resident guests. There are two

types of Non-resident Guests permitted to visit the Housing complex: Short Term Guests and Overnight

Guests. 

 

The definition of a Short Term Guest is any person, hosted by a Resident, who does not hold a UC-Housing Inc. rental agreement, and will not be remaining in the housing complex after 1 a.m. 

 

The definition of an Overnight Guest is any person, hosted by a Resident, who does not hold a

Housing license agreement, and will not be remaining in the housing complex after 12 noon the day

following their arrival. (as specified on their online registration form). 

 

The following is a list of policy guidelines for hosting all guests:   

a. Non-Resident Guests arriving or remaining in the complex during the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 

12 a.m. must be registered with UC-Housing Inc.  Any guest not registered to stay overnight must leave

the housing complex by 1 a.m. and not return before 7 a.m. 

 

Please follow the registration process described here: 

 

a. To register an Overnight Guest, the host resident must send an email to info@uc-housing.com with the name, picture of a photo ID, phone number, and other relevant contact information of the Guest staying. 

 

b. Overnight Guest length of stay may not extend past 12 noon the day following their arrival, unless

otherwise approved for multiple consecutive days (after each maximum stay, this time period shall restart 7 business days later.  Each resident is limited to 3 nights of this type of visitation per 30-day period. The 30 day period begins the first day of guest arrival.  

c. Consequences of violating Overnight Guest policy include a potential judicial fine of up to $30 per night for each violation.  

d. All roommates must give their approval before any guest enters the unit. The right of a resident to

occupy her/his room/apartment without the presence of a guest will take precedence over the right of a

roommate to host guests. Residents may revoke their approval of a guest for any reason at any time and

the guest must then vacate the complex. 

e. No Resident resident may allow guests access to the housing complex after 7:30 p.m. without following the registration process outlined above. This includes boyfriends, girlfriends and family members.  f. All non-resident guests must wear a guest bracelet easily visible on their person while present in the housing complex. Guest bracelets can be obtained after 7:30 p.m. at one of the guard stations by the one of the security gates. 

g. Residents are responsible for their guest’s conduct at all times and any damages incurred by that

guest. All guests must comply with all University and Resident Housing policies. Guests may be asked by

University staff to provide identification or leave the premises at any time. The guest must comply.  

h. A guest must be accompanied by her/his host at all times. Guests are not permitted to be unescorted

and may not be left unattended in the host’s unit or within the community.  

i. No residents or guests may sleep in the lounges, lobbies or other public areas unless it is in conjunction with an official hall sponsored event or other university purpose and approved in writing by a Community Director or other Housing professional staff.  

j. Occupancy in any unit at any given time must not exceed 10 people for apartments and 5 people for

the Suites, including residents. Guest registration for a unit will be cut off after six people have been

registered to that unit. 

k. Advertising for open parties or gatherings is not permitted under any circumstance.  

 

XXIV.  WEAPONS, FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION:  

The possession or use of firearms, ammunition, explosive or combustible materials, pistols, revolvers,

pellet guns, air guns, and/or injury-threatening weapons deemed by law enforcement to be deadly are

strictly prohibited.  This also includes but is not limited to dirks, daggers, machetes, slingshots,

switchblade knives, weapons commonly known as blackjacks, sand-clubs, billy-clubs, and metal knuckles.  Metal pipes, bars, razors with an unguarded edge or any knife being used for a purpose other than the purpose for which it was intended (i.e. a kitchen knife being used as a weapon or to instill fear in another.) 

 

XXV. WILLFUL DISRUPTION:   

Participating in an activity that substantially and materially disrupts the normal operations of the 

residential community, or infringes on the rights of members of the UC-Housing Inc. community: 

a. Overt actions such as verbal attacks and physical assaults on Residents, University staff 

and/or their property. 

b. Physical or written defacement or destruction of residential property and/or Resident Housing 

postings and posters. 

c. Disruptive behavior that negatively impacts the housing community and the ability of another 

and/or others to live and study.  

d. Intimidating acts or uncooperative behavior towards new prospective tenants/residents who are

planning to stay with UC-Housing Inc. for their own benefit or for any other reasons [IE: intentionally

sabotaging a tour with a new prospect(s)]

 

By reading this, all UC-Housing Inc. tenants and guests of tenants acknowledge that any violation of the above mentioned rules and regulations may result in a three (3) day notice to vacate the premises. Tenant's respective lease agreement will be officially terminated at this juncture.