Common use of Damage and Repairs Clause in Contracts

Damage and Repairs. Students are financially responsible for any damage to their assigned room and furnishings other than normal wear and tear. University personnel will make repairs; students are not permitted to make or contract for repairs. Damages intentionally or negligently caused by a student to other areas of the residence halls and grounds, furnishings, or equipment are the financial responsibility of the student. Damages to common areas of the residence hall: If the individual(s) causing damages to common areas cannot be identified, the members of the community may be billed a prorated portion of the entire cost of repair and/or assessed charges. Community area damages will be charged to student accounts or deducted from the housing deposit. If you owe fines or charges in an amount equal to or less than $15, said amount will be deducted from your housing deposit. If you owe fines or charges in an amount exceeding $15, such amount will be charged to your University student account.