Behavioral Rules & University Actions
- Prohibited Possessions
- The following are not permitted in any University residential building: firearms, facsimiles of firearms, and other weapons; ammunition; explosives; fireworks; candles or open flames; gasoline or other flammable liquids; chemicals or hazardous materials; motorcycles or other fuel-powered vehicles; cooking equipment and appliances (except those specifically permitted under the fire safety policy); space heaters; upward-facing lamps of any type; non-switched or lightweight extension cords; appliances that are not UL listed; window curtains and ceiling coverings; string lights; window air conditioners; controlled substances and related drug paraphernalia; alcoholic beverages except in accordance with state, local, and University regulations; any other materials or items representing a danger to the University community. Obtain information on approved items from the University fire marshal and your Residential Life Area Office.
- Pet Policy
- Dogs, cats, ferrets, snakes, and venomous animals of any kind are strictly prohibited. Only small animals that live in cages (one per person) or aquariums are allowed. Prior and continued permission of the roommate or suite/apartment-mates is required. Pets must be properly cared for; appropriate disposal of waste materials is required. Pet-related waste must be placed in sealed trash bags and disposed of in the trash rooms, not the bathrooms, floor receptacles, or garbage chutes. Pets are subject to removal if a roommate or suite/apartment-mate is opposed to its presence or for any violation of this policy.
- Prohibited Behavior
- Any of the following constitute a violation of University regulations and terms of this contract: vandalism; any form of threat to other persons or property; excessive noise or disruptive behavior; smoking in all areas within undergraduate housing facilities and within 30 feet of any undergraduate housing facility; burning incense or other smoldering materials; misuse of the residential or University computer networks; tampering with facilities or equipment; being on roofs and ledges; removal of window screens; throwing objects from buildings; leaving or storing bicycles or any other item in stairways, stairwells, hallways, entryways, or other public areas; interfering with security, safety, or Residential Life staff performing their duties; and any other behavior that constitutes a perceived or actual danger or threat to property or persons. Additional rules and regulations are contained in the Official Bulletin of the University of Rochester; Student Discipline: Conduct Standards, Policies and Procedures; in the College’s student handbook; in this contract; the Residential Community Standards materials; the Residential Network Acceptable Use Policy; Area Handbooks; and other notices from the Residential Life Office or University Fire Marshal’s Office.