Guest Policy All guests must abide by the rules and policies outlined in the Residence Handbook and University protocols in place. In shared units, guests (especially overnight guests) must be discussed and approved by all roommates and suitemates in advanced. All guests must be signed into the building, and resident host will be held responsible for their behaviour and actions during their stay. NOISE: Residents are required to adhere to quiet-hours policy within their building. Excessive noise, which disturbs the comfort of other residents, is prohibited. INTERNET SERVICE: University Information Technology provides Internet service (wired or wireless) via AirYorkPLUS to all undergraduate residence buildings. Students should report maintenance issues or service interruptions directly through their office. STORAGE: The University does not provide storage facilities for student’s personal belongings or furnishings. It is the resident’s responsibility to arrange for one if they require so. ROOM DECORATIONS: Students are not permitted to paint, or make alterations in their room, suite and/or common areas. Room decorations must also comply with the University’s building code and standards. FURNITURE: Students are not permitted to bring large pieces of furniture, including beds/waterbeds, desks and dressers, into residence. Furniture supplied by Housing & Conference Services cannot be removed from residence rooms, common areas or buildings. Furniture from other areas of the University cannot be relocated to a student’s room. ANIMALS/PETS: Pets are not permitted in any of the residence buildings. Students with registered service animals should contact Housing & Conference Services to make appropriate arrangements. CLEANLINESS: Students are responsible to maintain a standard of cleanliness that creates a hospitable environment and always adhere to Health and Safety regulations. They are accountable to always keep their room/suite in a clean and orderly condition. This includes but is not limited to keeping suites/rooms free from all pests and using appropriate disposal and recycling receptacles. Residence rooms/suites are inspected at least once per term. Residents share the responsibility for cleanliness in the common rooms, kitchens, washrooms, and other shared space within the room/suite and building. Failure to comply with cleaning standards may result in sanctions and additional cleaning fees. KITCHENS: Kitchen appliances are not permitted in residence rooms. Students are only allowed to keep a small compact refrigerator in their spaces. Kitchen appliances, provided in suites and common areas, must be used in a safe, responsible manner. SMOKING: York University Housing is a smoke-free environment. Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is strictly prohibited inside or within nine (9) meters of the buildings. This includes balconies, building entrances, windows, and ventilation system air intakes. Policy on cannabis smoking, possession and cultivation are available in the Residence Community Standards.
