Common use of DAMAGE CHARGES Clause in Contracts

DAMAGE CHARGES. Resident agrees to maintain his/her assigned room and adjoining common areas in good order and condition, and to leave the premises in the same condition as it was received, subject to normal wear and tear. Resident understands and agrees that he/she is individually responsible for any damages to his/her room and is collectively responsible for damage to adjoining common areas. The University, through the Residence Life and Housing Office, reserves the right to assess Resident for damage to his/her room and for a prorated share of expenses for repair or replacement of the property in the common areas of the unit. Damage charges will be billed directly to Resident’s account and are payable upon receipt. Resident further agrees to pay the University for costs to repair, replace, or rebuild any portion of the University premises, including all buildings, property, fixtures, etc. owned/leased by the University, where such structures have been damaged by Resident, or Resident's guests or invitees.