RESIDENT POLICIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
When applying to live on campus at the University of Utah, all students are required to agree to the Student Conduct Understanding Form as part of the Housing U application process, acknowledging their responsibility to not only be aware of, but also follow housing policies. Within the HRE community, it is our mission to encourage, facilitate, and support the learning and development of all residents while creating an inclusive and safe living environment.
Our Housing and Residential Education Policies are in place to assist and allow for this to take place. As a member of our community held to these standards, it is therefore imperative for you to familiarize yourself with the following policies and information. These Behavior Expectations/Policies/Responsibilities are applicable to all HRE residents at all locations on and off the University of Utah campus.
Failure to follow these policies and/or act in accordance with University policy may result in subsequent conduct hearings, disciplinary sanctions, and potential eviction. For more information about the Student Conduct Process and behavioral repercussions please see below.
Student conduct process
Residence Hall Agreement – The following is a partial list of expectations from the Residence Hall Agreement which you agreed to when completing your application for housing. These expectations are listed here for reference to those that may result in action via the conduct system if violated.
Housing and Residential Education seeks to address policy violations in a way, which prevents harm, centers learning and encourages student accountability. All violations of HRE policy are addressed through our Student Conduct process which is guided by values of community, fairness, and responsibility. Should you be involved in an incident where an alleged policy violation has taken place, you will receive a “Request to Meet” notice sent to your UMail email account from an HRE staff member. Failure to respond to this request may result in a decision being rendered in your absence and further disciplinary sanctions.
Upon meeting with an HRE staff member, residents will receive notice of the decision rendered, along with any follow-up information or action required. It is important that residents read these notices carefully.
For more information about the University of Utah’s Student Code of Conduct and Student Bill of Rights, please reference the following website: http://regulations.utah.edu/academics/6-400.php.
Failure to Complete Sanctions – Failure to complete assigned sanctions from the HRE conduct process is a violation. It is an expectation that students will complete assigned sanctions from the conduct process. These sanctions are notified through a letter. HRE staff make every effort to support students in completion of sanctions. Failure to complete sanctions can result in a hold on a student’s account, further charges for failure to complete the sanction, and up to eviction.
ADVERTISING/POSTING
HRE allows university departments and student organizations to post information within the residential spaces pending approval.
All postings must note the sponsoring department or organization and contact information. All approved postings are marked with an approved HRE stamp, distributed from the HRE office, and posted in designated areas by HRE staff. HRE Marketing is the unit responsible for the distribution, posting, and cleaning of old materials. Outreach ambassadors work closely with Residential Education and Resident Services staff members to maintain bulletin boards and posting spaces.
For questions, posting policy, and inquiries, email HRE Marketing at [email protected]
- Advertising requests should be sent two calendar weeks prior to the week you would like them to be placed. For detailed information visit https://www.housing.utah.edu/advertise/
- Any postings not containing the HRE stamp for approved postings found in any HRE facilities will be removed.
ALCOHOL
The University of Utah is a dry campus. This means that regardless of an individual's age, the use, possession, manufacture, sale, or distribution of alcoholic beverages of any type on university premises, including all HRE facilities and properties on and off campus, is prohibited except as expressly permitted by law and university regulations.
Empty alcohol containers and alcohol paraphernalia are not permitted in any HRE facility or property. This includes but is not limited to empty bottles or cans that have once contained alcohol, bongs, drinking game paraphernalia, kegs and other multi-serving containers. Being in the presence of an alcohol violation of any of the above policy expectations is also considered a violation of Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities.
Intoxication: Being intoxicated in an HRE facility or property, regardless of the location of consumption, is a policy violation if the person is under the influence of alcohol to a degree that the person may endanger themselves or another person in a public place or in a private place where the person unreasonably disturbs other persons. This can include but is not limited to the need for medical transport based on excessive alcohol consumption. (This policy is based on Utah Criminal Code, 76-9-701)
ASSAULT
Threatening, endangering, or damaging the health or safety of any member of the University community or any other person. These acts include, but are not limited to, physical assault, true threats, intimidation, and coercion, whether the student engages in the act in person or electronically, such as through e-mail, text message, or social media. Further information can be found in University Policy 6-400 #14.
BICYCLES
Bicycles must be stored either on outdoor bicycle racks or in a designated bicycle storage room that students can reserve through HRE. Bicycles must not be adhered, chained, or otherwise attached to trees, benches, or other university property. Bicycles are not to be stored inside public areas at any time. A resident may, with their roommate’s approval, store their bicycle in their room, provided the resident takes extra care when transporting the bicycle in and out of the building.
Please note this is highly discouraged in Officers Circle buildings due to space constraints and the historical properties of the buildings.
COMPUTER USE POLICY
Network and Computer Use: HRE residents are expected to follow all University of Utah IT policies and procedures. Violation of any of the IT policies and procedures may result in participation in the accountability process.
DISCRIMINATION & HARASSMENT
The University of Utah prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy- related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran status (“protected class”), in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.
Additionally, the University provides reasonable accommodations or modifications to ensure equal access to University Programs and Activities to qualified persons with disabilities; persons who need modification due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and persons who need accommodation based on a religious belief.
Retaliation against individuals for engaging in activities protected under this policy is prohibited. No person may intimidate, threaten, coerce, or discriminate against any individual for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege protected under this policy, or because the individual has made a report or Complaint, testified, assisted, or participated or refused to participate in any manner in an investigation, proceeding, or hearing, including an Informal Resolution process, Complaint process, or any other action taken by the University under Policy 1-012 or its associated regulations.
Within Housing and Residential Education, there are staff available 24 hours a day to support residents. The on-call staff can be accessed by calling a resident’s respective front desk:
- Peterson Heritage Center: 801-587-2000
- Kahlert Village: 801-585-1264
- Lassonde Studios: 801-213-8700
- Impact Prosperity Epicenter: 801-581-4700
Inquiries regarding the University’s Non-Discrimination Policy and associated regulations, and requests for accommodations may be referred to:
Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator
383 University Street, Level One OEO Suite Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
For further information, please reference University Policy 6-400.
DISHONESTY
Misuse of Property: Unauthorized or improper use, possession, duplication, forgery, or alteration of university property, equipment, facilities or resources or other personal or public property, including but not limited to documents, records, electronic files, funds, telecommunications systems, forms of identification, and keys is prohibited.
Uncooperative & Disrespectful Behavior: Uncooperative and disrespectful behavior is against HRE policy. This includes but is not limited to uncooperative behavior and/or failure to comply with directions of, providing false information to, and/or failure to identify oneself to university officials or law enforcement officers acting in accordance with their duties. All HRE staff – full time and student staff - are considered to be university officials.
DRUGS
Use, possession, manufacture, sale, or distribution of any narcotic or other controlled substance, including the distribution, use or possession of prescription medications contrary to a valid prescription, on university premises or on premises over which the university has supervisory responsibility, including all HRE facilities and properties on and off campus, is prohibited except as permitted by law and university regulations.
Cannabis use is expressly prohibited in HRE facilities unless a resident holds a Utah medical cannabis card and is using cannabis as prescribed (smoking cannabis is never permitted). Holding a medical cannabis card from another state does not qualify a resident to use cannabis in Utah.
Being in a room or apartment where any narcotic or other controlled substance is being used in violation of the law is a violation of Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities. Association with the smell and/or evidence of drugs, including drug paraphernalia, is also a Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities violation.
Items in possession or use in HRE facilities on and off campus which are deemed to have been used in the consumption of any narcotic or dangerous or unlawful drug (as defined by laws of the United States, the State of Utah, or HRE policy) may be confiscated by UUPD and returned to the student upon completion of any resulting investigation.
ELIGIBILITY
In order to live on campus, students must maintain a minimum credit hour requirement for both undergraduate (12 credit hours during each fall and spring semester) and graduate students (6 credit hours during each fall and spring semester) Students living on campus during the summer must be enrolled in a minimum of one credit hour.
If exceptional or extenuating circumstances might keep a student from meeting the minimum credit hours requirement during their time living on campus, an appeal can be submitted through the housing portal.
EXPLOSIVES, FIREARMS, WEAPONS & DANGEROUS CHEMICALS
Firearms: In order to carry a firearm on campus, a person must obtain a concealed carry permit (“CCP”) from the state of Utah. Residents of HRE may keep a firearm in their room for protection and are not required to have a CCP for this purpose. However, residents must have a Utah CCP to transport a firearm to or from their residence or must work with Utah Police in regard to such transport. Residents who wish to keep a firearm for personal protection are encouraged to keep their weapon in a locked safe for their own protection and the protection of others.
Other Weapons: Simulated weapons, disabled weapons, and toy weapons of any type are prohibited from being used for decoration or for amusement in HRE facilities. In addition, the following are prohibited in HRE: Paintball guns, nerf guns, bows, arrows, crossbows, bolts, pressurized water guns (e.x., water bead blasters), swords, knives with blades over 5 inches, or throwing stars. Note: Knives meant only for kitchen use (not to be stored in a common area kitchen) with blades over 5 inches may be allowed in HRE facilities if used and stored appropriately.
If you see or believe a firearm is on campus or in the residence halls, please contact UUPD.
Note: If you become aware your roommate has a firearm in their room for personal protection, and you do not want to live with a person who has a firearm in their room, please alert the HRE office and we will accommodate a room change. HRE does not keep records of students who have a firearm in their residence.
Explosives & Dangerous Chemicals: Explosives (including but not limited to firecrackers, fireworks, home-made explosives, gun powder and pyrotechnics) and hazardous chemicals, radiological, or biological materials are prohibited in all HRE facilities.
EVICTION
As stated in your housing application, residents may be evicted from HRE facilities even after a first offense. Examples include:
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- Repeated use or possession of alcohol, to include as few as two times—regardless if you are over the age of 21. The University of Utah is a dry campus.
- Possession, use or distribution of an illegal drug (including marijuana) or a controlled substance. If it is in your room, your pocket or anywhere else under your control, it is yours. Being in the presence of, or association with, is also a violation of policy.
- Possession of a weapon, with the exception of a concealed firearm held by a concealed firearm permit holder.
- Theft.
- Endangering self or others.
- Acts of violence: Physically hurting or causing injury to others, sexual assault/misconduct, fighting, pushing/shoving, etc.
- Tampering with fire safety equipment or devices. This includes, but is not limited to, creating false fire alarms and discharging fire extinguishers.
- Bomb threat.
- Failure to keep your financial account current.
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- Payment – Failure to pay and resolve any outstanding housing bills after notification is prohibited.
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- Failure to complete educational sanctions assigned after being found responsible for a residence hall policy violation.
Implications of Eviction
There are several implications of being evicted. Most obviously, is the requirement that you vacate your on-campus housing space. Other implications also include:
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- Restricted access from visiting any on-campus HRE facility including the Peterson Heritage Center.
- Assuming full financial responsibility for all remaining housing costs.
FIRE SAFETY
Appliances and Electronics: Neglecting appliances while in use is extremely dangerous and therefore prohibited. Overloading electrical cords and power strips can cause fires and is not permitted.
Items Not Allowed:
- Items that contain/use an open heating element or immersion coil are not permitted in residence halls under any circumstance. These items include but are not limited to hot plates, toasters, toaster ovens, and “George Foreman” type indoor grills.
- Halogen lamps and water furnishings such as waterbeds are prohibited.
- Combustibles and flammable liquids such as but not limited to fuel, kerosene, propane, oil, paint thinners, and lighter fluid are prohibited inside any HRE facility or property on or off campus for any purpose. Materials used by students taking art classes are permitted, within reason, in small quantities to complete work and must be closed when not in use and stored safely.
- Decorations and decorative items, such as but not limited to holiday decorations and light strings, must be flame retardant. Decorations, decorative items, and any hanging item, such as a hook or hanger of any kind, may not be hung from or interfere with fire safety equipment (i.e. sprinklers, smoke detectors, etc.).
- Open Flame/Candles – Candles, incense, and any other item that produces or utilizes an open flame are prohibited. Any item that shows evidence of being burned will be considered a violation. Candles that show no evidence of a burnt wick or with no wick are permitted. If you require the use of candles for a religious/spiritual tradition or practice, please contact your Resident Director or the HRE Office to discuss any options that might be available.
- Hallways must remain clear at all times. Storing personal items in the hallway, including bicycles and trash and/or recycling items, is prohibited.
- Hoverboards and any personal electronic scooters/skateboards can be charged and stored inside housing buildings. By order of the University Fire Marshal, personal e-transportation shall be of the approved type and shall be UL 2272 or UL 2849 listed. These devices cannot be operated or ridden inside any HRE facility or property on or off-campus unless as part of an ADA accommodation. If these items are stored and charged inside an HRE building, they must be stored and charged inside the resident’s bedroom and cannot be part of a commercial e-transportation business.
Arson: Intentionally setting a fire for any purpose within HRE facilities or property is illegal and prohibited.
Failure to Evacuate – Immediate evacuation when an alarm sounds is mandatory and re-entry into a building before an alarm is silenced or staff authorization is given is prohibited. Failure to move to the building’s designated Emergency Assembly Points (EAP) or another location as instructed by university officials/fire safety personnel is a policy violation.
Fire Safety Equipment: It is against the HRE policy and University Policy 6-400 to intentionally set off a fire alarm, falsely report a fire, or tamper with or misuse fire safety equipment, which includes but is not limited to automatic door closures, smoke detectors, sprinkler heads, fire-alarm systems, fire-fighting equipment, or building security systems. It is unlawful to interfere with any fire equipment apparatus or to use a fire extinguisher or other fire protection equipment for anything other than its intended purpose. To cover or remove smoke detectors is prohibited.
GAMBLING
Gambling: in any form is prohibited in HRE facilities. Gambling shall be defined as the playing of games of skill or chance/odds during which money is publicly visible and/or changes hands.
GUESTS AND HOSTING
Guests: A “guest” is defined as any individuals who have not been granted contractual access to a space. This includes but is not limited to HRE residents, non-resident students, and family members. Your Resident Director (RD) is available to assist residents who may require support or guidance in working with a roommate about the presence of guests in their shared accommodations, and especially in cases where a roommate displays lack of consideration for others or abuses the privilege of hosting guests.
Hosting Guests: Residents may host one guest at a time in their room. Guests in HRE facilities should always be escorted by their host resident. Any guest in HRE facilities who is not escorted by their host resident may be asked to leave the facility. Residents hosting a guest are expected to meet them at the entrance of their building when they arrive and walk them to an exit when they leave. Guests must not be left unattended or alone in the residence halls. The host resident is responsible for the actions and behaviors of their guest and must be present at all times when the guest is in an HRE facility. Keys (for unit entry) and/or keyless entry devices (for building/floor/unit entry) may not be given to a guest for any reason. HRE staff may require a guest to leave if their behavior is not in accordance with University of Utah and HRE policies. HRE reserves the right to determine if the number of guests hosted by a resident is disruptive and may ask all or some guests to vacate. Any guests who are University of Utah students will be held to the university’s accountability process. For any non-student guests, the host will be held accountable for the actions/behaviors of those person(s) who are present with/for the host.
Roommate Approval of Guests: Students may have guests at any time, providing that all other residence hall policies and regulations are observed; however, all guests must be approved by all roommates in advance of a visit. The right to sleep, study, and feel comfortable in one’s own environment takes precedence over the social desires of a roommate. Roommates should establish norms ahead of any guest’s visit. Established guest norms between roommates may include, but are not limited to, standards for advanced roommate notification, preferred communication methods, and defining block-out dates for guests. These norms should be agreed upon and may be reflected in the roommate agreement.
Overnight Guests: Residents may host one overnight guest at a time in their room. Hosted guests staying in a space after midnight on weeknights and after 2 a.m. on weekends are defined as overnight guests. An overnight guest must reside in the hosting resident's contracted space for sleep and may not reside in common spaces.
Length and Frequency of Stay for Overnight Guests: A resident may not host an overnight guest for more than three (3) consecutive nights. In total and including all approved guests, a resident may not host an overnight guest more than ten (10) nights a semester. Hosting overnight guests in excess of the Length and Frequency standards will be considered a violation of contract to the space.
Overnight Guest Pre-Registration: All overnight guests must be pre-registered before entering the residence hall with Housing & Residential Education a minimum of five (5) days before their visit begins, though an agreement with roommates may require earlier confirmation. Roommate approval of any overnight guest is required prior to pre-registration. Hosts can complete overnight guest pre-registration online by filling out the “Register your Guest” form on their housing portal. Hosts will be asked to provide and verify the name and date of birth of the overnight guest as well as upload a close-up photo of the overnight guest. For the safety of our community, registered sex offenders are not eligible as overnight guests. Overnight guest information will be checked against the States Department of Justice National Sex Offender Public Website.
Pre-Registration for Overnight Guests under the age of 18: For overnight guests under the age of 18 years old, parental/guardian notification is included as part of the pre-registration process. A copy of the “Pre-Registration for Overnight Guests under the age of 18” form can be accessed through the housing portal and should be submitted at least 5 business days before the visit. Hosts will receive additional information and steps through the online pre-registration system.
HOUSING WASTE GUIDELINES
The U is currently working to increase the efficiency of recycling and waste collection on campus. Students should dispose of items according to the U’s general waste guidelines.
INVESTIGATIONS, CHARGES & CONVICTIONS OF CRIMINAL CONDUCT
Residents must report to HRE if they are investigated for, charged with, or convicted of serious criminal conduct, including but not limited to aggravated assault, arson, child abuse, domestic abuse, and sexual misconduct, which could potentially put the HRE community as a whole, or any individual who is a part of the HRE community, in harm.
The University of Utah, in its sole discretion, may terminate the housing contract or deny a student housing if a resident fails to inform HRE of such information and/or if such information leads HRE to the conclusion that the resident may present a serious risk to the HRE community.
To report such information, please reach out to the HRE office for instructions.
KEYS, ACCESS & IDENTIFICATION
Identification: Residents are not permitted to give their UID card (physical or digital) to other individuals for any purpose (this excludes university staff performing job duties). Doing so is a violation of University of Utah and HRE policy. It is an expectation of HRE that all residents carry their UID card (physical or digital) with them at all times.
Keys: Residents are not permitted to give their keys out to other individuals for any purpose (this excludes university staff performing job duties). Keys cannot be duplicated. If you find lost keys, they should be turned in to your area front desk. (i.e. Heritage commons = Peterson Heritage Center desk; Kahlert Village, Lassonde, Epicenter and Marriott Honors Community = building front desk;). Temp cards not returned within 7 days will result in an additional $20 fee ($10 refundable by request if returned after charge).
Locking Rooms: Room, suite, and apartment doors should remain locked at all times. Doors may not be propped open or have their latching mechanism tampered with/altered.
Loaner Keys & Temp Access Cards: Students may be issued a loaner key or temporary access card from the front desks of the PHC, MHC, KV, Epicenter, and Lassonde. Loaner keys and temporary access cards are given out for a maximum of 7 days and are due back by 9 am on the seventh day or else a lock change will be submitted or card access will be turned off. Both loaner keys and temporary cards are $10 unless returned within 30 minutes. A lock change for a lost key is $125 per lock and will be charged to your student account.
LAW
Violation of federal, state, and/or local civil or criminal laws is prohibited while on university premises, including any HRE facility and property on and off campus, while participating in university activities, or while on premises over which the university has supervisory responsibility over pursuant to state statute or local ordinance. The police may become involved in addressing these violations. Any process engaged by HRE or the university is separate from any action or inaction taken by the city, state, or federal authorities.
LOST & FOUND
It is the student’s responsibility to leave their rooms clean of all items when they leave. Everything must be removed. Any items left in the room, including trash, will result in a "bag and tag" charge being applied to the student’s account.
Items such as driver's licenses, passports, keys, and birth certificates that are accidentally left behind will be brought to the Housing & Residential Education office by HRE staff, and attempts will be made to contact the student.
All other items such as electronics, sports equipment, and small furniture (not broken) that are left in the room will be kept at HRE for 30 days. After the 30-day period, these items will be removed to University Surplus and Salvage as is the University policy. If you are looking for any of these items, after 30 days, you will need to go to Surplus and Salvage to see if your item is still there.
MOVING OUT/CHECKING OUT
When moving out, whether at the end of your contract or due to an early cancellation, it is important to follow the proper check-out procedures. You must remove all belongings from your space, and clean thoroughly. Any items left in the room, including trash, will result in a "bag and tag" and/or cleaning charges being applied to the student’s account.
For Heritage Commons residents, the key should be returned to the Peterson Heritage Center (PHC) desk. Residents in Kahlert Village (KV), Lassonde Studios, Marriott Honors Community (MHC), and Impact and Prosperity Epicenter should use their respective building front desks.
Failure to check out at the front desk on your move-out day will result in a $125 lock change fee and a $100 improper check-out fee. Please note that keys cannot be accepted if mailed or returned after your designated move-out day.
PARKING & DRIVING
Residents who wish to park on campus must purchase a university parking permit at the current rate. Permits are issued virtually and can be purchased online.
Short-term visitor parking is available in designated areas, though spaces are limited. For more information, contact Commuter Services at 801-581-6415. Hours of operation are Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Vehicles without a valid permit or with an improper permit will be ticketed. Additionally, all vehicles parked on campus must have a valid license plate and current registration. Vehicles without license plates or with expired registration are subject to ticketing or towing. Parking of any vehicles is prohibited on walkways, fire lanes, or other non-designated areas. Removing bollards to access sidewalks is strictly forbidden and may result in referral to the Office of the Dean of Student’s accountability process and ticketing violations.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Students are responsible for the safekeeping of their personal belongings. Housing and Residential Education (HRE) is not liable or responsible for any loss, damage, or destruction of personal property unless caused by HRE’s sole negligence. Students are encouraged to secure renters or property insurance for coverage.
Students are required to remove all personal belongings from HRE premises by the last day of their agreement. Items left behind after this date will result in a "bag and tag" and/or cleaning charges being applied to the student’s account. During academic year breaks, residents are not required to remove their personal belongings so long as you are contracted for the upcoming term and have paid any requisite fees. HRE reserves the right to remove items that are hazardous, create a nuisance, or violate policies. For information on retrieving abandoned items, please review HRE’s Lost and Found policy.
When a vacancy exists in your room or apartment, the space must remain clear of personal belongings and ready for a new resident at all times. In individually assigned bedroom spaces, personal items must stay within your assigned area and not in unoccupied spaces. Occupying more than your assigned space violates HRE policy and may result in charges to your student account and the initiation of the Student Accountability process.
Residents living in buildings with scheduled custodial services must remove personal items from common areas during cleaning times. Repeated failure to comply hinders HRE staff’s ability to maintain the cleanliness of these facilities. Please note that custodial staff are not responsible for any personal items left in common areas.
PETS
Residents are prohibited from having animals or pets in HRE facilities or properties, on or off campus, except for fish in aquariums under 10 gallons and approved service or emotional support animals (ESA). For details on service and emotional support animals and the registration process, please visit the Center for Disability and Access.
Only residents with an approved emotional support animal (ESA) are allowed to have the approved ESAs in their assigned room. Approval must be obtained before bringing an ESA into the residence hall. ESA must reside solely in the approved resident's bedroom and be cared for by that resident. You are also expected to take your approved animal with you when you vacate your space for a long duration of time (e.g. winter break). Failure to properly care for your approved animal could result in immediate termination of your housing license.
ESAs must be cared for by the approved resident and must not cause disruption, including excessive noise, that affects sleep or study. The ESA's living area must remain clean and free of odors If you wish to change rooms due to an ESA, please contact the HRE Office, and we will prioritize your request.
Failure to comply with these expectations may result in immediate removal of the ESA and possible referral to the Office of the process.
PRESENCE DURING A VIOLATION
Being in the presence of any policy violation is prohibited. HRE residents must assist in maintaining a safe and respectful living environment in all our communities. Exceptions may be made per university policy 6-400: Amnesty for Seeking Medical Attention or Reporting Violent Acts.
QUIET HOURS
Quiet hours are predetermined periods when sound, including stereos, televisions, and voices, must be at a volume low enough to be inaudible in adjoining rooms or hallways.
Quiet hours are set as follows:
- Weeknights (Sunday-Thursday): 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.
- Weekend (Friday & Saturday): Midnight-8 a.m.
24-hour Courtesy Hours: At all hours of the day, courtesy hours are in effect. This means that even if quiet hours are not in place, all residents are expected to keep noise levels within reason so that students may sleep and study.
24-hour Quiet Hours During Finals: During finals week, all communities are required to adhere to 24-hour quiet hours.
Violation of 24-hour quiet hours can lead to immediate dismissal from the hall for the remainder of finals week.
ROOM ENTRY
Student Room Entry by University Personnel
The right to privacy is of paramount importance and should not be violated by In order to respect this right, HRE will make every effort to provide 24-hour notice prior to entry into a living space. However, the entry into the living space of a student without 24-hour notice may be conducted by authorized university personnel for the purposes and under the procedures detailed below.
- To conduct regularly scheduled inspections of safety equipment and health and safety standards.
- To ensure that health, fire, and safety regulations are maintained during break periods.
- To make improvements and repairs and to provide routine maintenance services.
- In emergency and/or extraordinary situations to protect the health and welfare of students or to make emergency repairs to prevent damage to the property of the student and the University.
- When personnel knocked and were invited in by the residents occupying the space.
- When performing resident move-out verification.
- Access will be granted to any officer possessing a valid search or arrest warrant
SALES & SOLICITATION
Public Space Distribution - Distribution of informational or promotional materials or those that are soliciting in nature, outside of the residential spaces is permissible but must not interfere with the entrances and normal flow of pedestrians, disrupt the functioning of the University or interfere or impact the rights of other members of the community. Handbills must clearly include the author and sponsor of the materials.
Commercial Business & Private Sales - Commercial Business and/or private endeavors may not advertise or sell in HRE facilities (e.g. Avon, Pampered Chef, Rodan & Fields, Young Living, etc.). Residents employed as sales personnel for such commercial businesses may only sell an item to residents who approach the salesperson on an individual basis. Display table reservations may be requested in select residential spaces and fees may apply.
Advertising - No individual resident may advertise or sell any item on a business level nor set up a business or private endeavor which markets the same item(s) consistently, which exploits the environment or its community members. University phone numbers may not be given out as contact information for business or private endeavors.
Business in Lassonde Studios - Lassonde Studios may have startup business operate out of the residential space with the following stipulations:
- Approval for the business operations is given by both the designated Lassonde representative and HRE representative.
- The business is logged with the General Manager of the building.
- The business does not market directly to or profit from Lassonde Studio residents.
Door-to-door solicitation - Door-to-door solicitation is not acceptable. Report solicitors directly to your student leader or by calling one of the front desks immediately:
- PHC: 801-587-2000
- MHC: 801-587-8444
- Lassonde Studios: 801-213-8700
- Kahlert Village: 801-585-1264
- Impact & Prosperity Epicenter: 801-581-4700
SEX OFFENDER POLICY
The University of Utah requires all applicants seeking to live in student housing to self-identify any investigations, charges or criminal convictions that may require the resident to register in a sex offender database.
The University of Utah also compares each applicant for student housing against the Utah Sex Offender Registry. Known convicted sex offenders are not permitted to live in student housing. The University of Utah, in its sole discretion, may terminate a housing contract or deny an application based upon receiving information regarding investigations or charges of sexual misconduct which could potentially put the HRE community in harm.
SPORTS
Any sports related activity is strictly prohibited in all HRE facilities and properties on or off campus. This includes but is not limited to use of sports equipment (i.e. Frisbees, rackets, darts, etc.), ball playing, rollerblading/in-line skating, bicycling, skateboarding, and water/food fighting. Utilizing any outdoor modes of transportation such as bicycles, skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, etc. are not permitted inside any HRE facility or property, on or off campus.
SURVEILANCE SYSTEMS
Housing & Residential Education (HRE) uses video surveillance cameras in strategic areas to enhance students’, employees’, and property safety and security. These cameras are only placed in common areas, and the University of Utah Department of Public Safety and HRE have access to the footage.
Residents are not allowed to install cameras or recording devices in HRE properties, including community areas and areas where privacy is expected, such as hallways, bathrooms, or resident room doors.
As Policy 3-234: Building Access and Surveillance Systems states, surveillance data may only be collected in compliance with this Policy and associated Regulations, and only through a surveillance system that has been registered with and approved by the Surveillance System Administrators Committee (SSAC). Ordinarily, only University employees qualified in accordance with SSAC-approved criteria shall operate surveillance systems or access surveillance data. To learn more review Policy 3-234: Building Access and Surveillance Systems.
THEFT
Attempted or actual - Theft of university or HRE property or items belonging to another person is prohibited and in violation of Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities. Removing furniture out of common spaces is considered theft.
Theft of Food – Taking or attempting to take food without purchase or outside of takeout meal policy from university dining spaces is a violation of Policy 6-400: Student Rights and Responsibilities and considered theft.
TOBACCO & RELATED PRODUCTS
No Smoking – Smoking is not allowed inside any HRE facilities or properties, on or off campus. This includes cigars, cigarettes, pipes, hookah, e-cigarettes/vape, or any other smoking device. Hookah pipes or bongs are prohibited inside of any HRE facility or property, on or off campus. Any smoking paraphernalia known to be associated with or suspected of use with drugs may be confiscated by UUPD and is a violation of the drug policy.
Tobacco Free Campus – As of July 1, 2018, the University of Utah is a Tobacco Free Campus. Smoking is prohibited in all campus buildings and outside in areas of the campus where non-smokers cannot avoid exposure to smoke. The scope of this guideline applies to the premises of the University of Utah, owned, operated, and leased and all persons on the premises. Smoking is prohibited up to 25 feet outside an enclosed area where smoking is prohibited to ensure that secondhand smoke does not enter the area through entrances, windows, ventilation systems, or any other means. View the complete policy.
TRESPASSING & UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY
Access without host – Accessing the space of another resident without that resident present as your host, even with their permission, is prohibited. As a general matter, Residents should not permit another person (other than HRE staff or an emergency responder) to enter the resident’s room unless the resident is physically present. In emergency situations, residents may permit someone to enter their residence when the resident is not present, but those circumstances should be coordinated with, and facilitated by, HRE staff.
Entering without permission – Entering the space of another resident without permission is prohibited and is considered trespassing.
Unauthorized entry into any university or HRE room, building, or premises is prohibited and is considered trespassing.
Entering without permission – Entering the space of another resident without permission is prohibited and is considered trespassing.
Unauthorized entry into any university or HRE room, building, or premises is prohibited and is considered trespassing.
It is prohibited to access spaces that are marked for no entry/restricted access. Individuals who enter restricted spaces (e.g. elevators, restrooms, etc.) marked “out of order” will be reported to the Office of the Dean of Students for discipline and may be financially responsible for any additional damages caused and/or fees associated with removing individuals from restricted space.
VANDALISM
Defacing property – Defacing university or HRE property (including but not limited to bulletin boards, posters, and/or door tags) is considered vandalism and is prohibited. Intentional damage to, or improper use of university or HRE property is also prohibited and considered vandalism.
WINDOWS & SCREENS
Removal of screens - is prohibited. Submit a work order immediately if your screen is damaged, removed, or missing. If found to have been purposefully removed, the resident may be charged for the screen replacement and/or re-installation.
Throwing, kicking, or propelling objects from or towards windows is strictly prohibited. Items should not be attached to the window in order to maintain the condition of the window.
Window not Entrance or Exit – Entering or exiting a room through a window is prohibited.
Window Decoration – Posters and/or decorations cannot cover the window and cannot be visible in/through room windows. These should only be seen by the residents of the room. HRE prohibits posting(s) in room windows and will ask that they be removed. Failure to comply will result in a referral to the Office of the Dean of Student’s for non-compliance.