CLAREMONT GRADUATE UNIVERSITY
RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING
AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEATERS
All requests for repair/service must be made through the Housing Services Office. Residents are to turn off ACs and
heaters when they are not home.
ALCOHOL
A. The intent of this policy is neither to encourage nor to endorse the use of alcoholic beverages, but to
describe the permitted and prohibited use of alcoholic beverages in the CGU Apartments. The University is
committed to maintaining an environment for its students that promotes responsible use of alcoholic
beverages and is in full compliance with federal and state laws. Students, employees or visitors who violate
laws or University policies concerning alcoholic beverages shall be subject to criminal prosecution and/or
institutional sanctions.
B. Possession of bulk alcoholic beverages, that is, amounts for storage or use that is excessive under the
circumstances for personal use, is prohibited. Devices used or intended for the rapid consumption of
alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Kegs, cases of beer, and other beverages with an equivalent amount of
alcoholic content in any form of container are considered bulk alcohol.
C. Violation of any other regulation while under the influence of alcohol is considered an additional infraction
of Housing Services Regulations.
D. Inability to exercise care for one’s own safety, the safety of others or the safety of property owned by the
university or residents due in whole or in part to being under the influence of alcohol is considered an
infraction of Housing Services Regulations.
E. Selling, or causing to be sold, any alcoholic beverage to any other person is prohibited.
F. Residents are not permitted to provide any type of alcoholic beverage to anyone under the age of 21 years
old, including guests and visitors.
ALTERATIONS
Residents may not make alterations, redecorate, move or remove any portion of Premises or Property. This includes
anything inside the CGU Apartment complex, including between rooms and the common areas.
ANTENNAS
Installation of television, radio or short wave antennas or satellite dishes is not permitted.
BARBEQUES
Barbeque grills and picnic table areas must be kept clean. Trash is to be put in the nearest dumpster, not in the small
trash cans near the mailboxes or within the fenced areas near the apartments. Barbecues are to be brushed clean
after each use. Housing Services should be notified if there is a problem with a barbeque.
BEDS
A. Beds are not provided. Waterbeds and flotation mattresses are not allowed in the CGU Apartments.
B. Used beds must be properly disposed of by Residents at the end of their tenancy. Mattresses may not be
disposed of in the dumpsters. Residents who wish to dispose of their mattress may make arrangements for a
bulk item pickup by contacting the City of Claremont Community Services Department at (909) 399-5431.
C. Any Resident who leaves his or her bed frame or mattress in their apartment after vacating will be
considered to have made an improper checkout and a fee will be assessed against that Resident’s security
deposit.
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BICYCLES AND MOTOR VEHICLE
A. All bicycles should be registered with Campus Safety and clearly labeled with the owner’s name and
apartment number. Bicycles may only be parked in the bike racks. Residents may not park their bicycles in
doorways or walkways, nor may they lock their bicycles to light posts, fences, gates or signs. Abandoned
bikes will be tagged and after 15 days they may be removed.
B. Riding of bicycles on all campus walkways shall be prohibited pursuant to Section 21113(f) of the
California Vehicle Code.
C. Mopeds, motorcycles, motor scooters or similar motor-driven vehicles cannot be taken into apartment units
or the Community Room for any reason, or operated on sidewalks, patios or lawns in and around oncampus residential areas. Because of the fire hazards associated with gasoline, motor-driven vehicles may
be removed from buildings without notice. Mopeds, as defined in the California Vehicle Code, shall be
regarded as motor vehicles. Electric scooters used for the purpose of a disability-related need are allowed.
D. All vehicles must be registered with Campus Safety. Residents are subject to all State, City and Claremont
College traffic laws, rules and regulations. Permits must be obtained through the Claremont Police
Department for overnight parking on City streets. Residents are not allowed to park more than one vehicle
in the CGU Apartment parking lot without written permission from Housing Services.
E. All motor vehicles shall be operated with due regard for the safety of all members of the community. Badly
damaged or inoperable vehicles, as determined by Campus Safety, will not be allowed in the residential
parking lot for more than two weeks, irrespective of permits or registration.
G. All motor vehicles shall conform to and abide with University rules and regulations relating to vehicles.
H. The repair and service of motor vehicles is not allowed within the CGU Apartment grounds.
I. House, camping, cargo and other types of trailers are not to be parked on any of the CGU Apartment areas,
including the parking lot and N. College Ave.
CHILDREN
Small children must always be under the supervision of a responsible adult. Unaccompanied children are not
allowed near the mailboxes, laundry rooms or common areas. No toys of any kind, especially wheeled toys, are
allowed in doorways, stairwells, walkways, hallways or patios.
CLAREMONT SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY (CST)
CST is a neighbor to the south of the CGU Apartments. Residents and their guests are not to use CST parking, play
areas, game courts or facilities unless invited by CST to do so. All residents of the CGU Apartments should park
within the gated area of the complex or in the parking stalls located along N. College Ave.
CLEANINESS OF APARTMENT
A. Resident agrees to take reasonable care of her/his unit and its furnishings by keeping the premises in a
clean and sanitary condition as determined by the Manager of Housing Services, or designee. Each
Resident is responsible for cleaning her/his Premises. Residents who share an apartment should also share
all of the cleaning duties and supplies needed to keep the apartment clean. Shared areas are inspected when
a Resident moves out and any time by request. If additional cleaning is required in the shared areas when a
Resident vacates, each Resident will be responsible for a prorated share of the cleaning costs.
B. Strongly suggested items for each apartment include broom, dustpan, mop, sponges for kitchen and
bathroom, dish soap, cleaning products and toilet bowl brush.
C. Vacuum cleaners may be checked out at the Housing Services Office with a CGU Student I.D.
COMMUNITY ROOM
The Community Room is for study, leisure activities and the entertainment of guests, and is for CGU Residents
only. Children and guests must always be accompanied by a Resident. Residents may request the use of the
Community Room for social gatherings through the Housing Services Office. The Community Room is within the
apartment complex, so noise restrictions must be observed. Resident trash disposal and cleanup is required after
each use.
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COMPLICITY
A. An individual is complicit in a policy violation if he/she is aware of its occurrence and has the ability to
report the violation but fails to do so.
B. It is a violation of University policy to solicit or assist another person in any act that would subject a
student to disciplinary action.
C. Students are responsible for reporting any/all observed policy violations and/or breaches of state law.
D. Students should not passively remain in the presence of such violations.
COMPUTER LAB/LEARNING CENTER
This five station technology lab is open 24 hours a day for resident use and provides the latest in software
applications utilized by the University. The lab is an alternate space for study and learning. Since it is a shared
space, all users must keep noise to a minimum and be mindful of the time s/he is on the computer when all stations
are occupied in order to limit the wait time of others seeking to use the computers.
CONCERNS
Concerns about service or facilities are to be forwarded in writing to the Housing Services Office. Roommate
problems should be resolved by the Residents, but the Housing Services Office will provide assistance as
appropriate. The Housing Services Office cannot resolve personal differences. If a roommate or any other Resident
is in violation of the Rental Agreement and/or the Rules and Regulations, they should be reported to Housing
Services. If a Resident wishes to make an apartment change, he/she must personally contact Housing Services.
CUSTODIAL SERVICES
Limited service is provided for the Community Room, common restroom and laundry rooms. Residents are
responsible for cleaning their own apartments.
DAMAGE
Damage to University, public, or private property is prohibited. Residents will be charged against their security
deposit for any damage to or loss of University property in their apartments. If the total monetary amount of damage
exceeds the amount of the security deposit, then the difference will be applied to the student account. If the
resident(s) responsible for the resulting damages cannot be determined, the charges will be divided among all
residents assigned to the apartment at the time the damage occurred. Misuse, abuse or destruction of University
property or property belonging to a member of the University community is prohibited.
A. Vandalism to public or private property is prohibited. Residents will be charged for any damage to or loss
of University property in their apartments. If the resident(s) responsible for the damages cannot be
determined, the charges will be divided among all students assigned to the apartment.
B. Intentional or malicious destruction of University, public or private property is prohibited. Residents will
be charged for any damage to or loss of University property in their apartments. If the resident(s)
responsible for the resulting damages cannot be determined, the charges will be divided among all students
assigned to the apartment.
DISORDERLY CONDUCT
Any behavior or expression that disrupts or obstructs the administrative, educational or communal nature of the
CGU Apartments is prohibited. This includes irresponsible, disruptive or dangerous behavior towards persons or
property that creates a health or safety problem. This also includes encouraging or provoking others to engage in
abusive or irresponsible behavior.
DRUGS AND DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
A. Unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, use, or sale of, or the attempted manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, or sale of controlled substances identified in federal or state law or regulations is
prohibited.
B. Possession or use of drug-related paraphernalia is prohibited, which includes medical marijuana.
C. Violation of any other regulation while under the influence of a controlled substance is considered an
additional infraction of Housing Services Regulations.
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D. Inability to exercise care for one’s own safety, the safety of others, or the safety of property owned by the
university or residents due in whole or in part to being under the influence of a controlled substance is
considered an infraction of Housing Services Regulations.
EMERGENCIES
Notify the Housing Services Office immediately at (909) 607-8506. If for some reason no Housing Services staff
member is available, then Residents are to call Campus Safety at (909) 607-2000. If the emergency requires
immediate fire, police or ambulance activity call 911 and be prepared to provide the operator with an accurate
address and location of the emergency.
EQUIPMENT
Permission to install unusual or large-amp electrical equipment must be obtained from the Housing Services Office.
If there is a question as to whether something is allowed, Housing Services should be contacted. Washers and/or
dryers may not be installed in Premises.
EVACUATION
All residents must evacuate their apartment and building area immediately during the sounding of a fire alarm or
upon the direction of a University staff member. Residents in Buildings A, B and C should evacuate to the West side
of the CGU Apartments’ parking lot. Residents in Buildings D and E should evacuate to the N. College Ave.
parking lot. Attempting to re-enter an apartment or the Community Room without the permission of University or
Housing Services staff is prohibited. Referral to Campus Safety for criminal/legal action may also be a consequence
for failing to comply with the evacuation policy.
FACILITIES USE
A. Tampering with or removing drapes, blinds, windows or window screens from any part of the building is
prohibited. The Manager of Housing Services may approve additional window treatments upon request.
B. Window painting is not allowed. Decorating windows with the following items, including but not limited
to, is prohibited: tape paint, soap and shaving crème. Affixing or adhering any object to the window or
window fixture is prohibited.
C. Students are not permitted to climb in or out of apartment windows.
D. Unauthorized presence on rooftops, other resident’s rooms or apartments, or areas marked as restricted
within the CGU Apartments is prohibited. Unauthorized entrance into and presence in construction sites in
the vicinity of the CGU Apartments is prohibited.
E. Throwing objects or liquids to/from windows, landings, stairwells or roofs is prohibited. This includes, but
is not limited to, Frisbees, balls, water balloons, food and garbage.
F. Using one’s patio to store unsightly articles, garbage or University property is not permitted.
G. Shaking, cleaning, hanging or placing any articles from or out of the window, landings, patios or on roofs is
prohibited.
FAILURE TO COMPLY
A. Residents and their guests are required to comply with university staff when such an official is working
within the performance of their duties. Interfering with staff in the performance of their duties is prohibited.
B. Failure to provide required information, documents, records or identification to university staff is
prohibited.
FALSIFICATION
Falsifying, forging, altering or misusing University documents, records or identification is prohibited. Providing
false information is also prohibited.
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FIRE SAFETY
A. Residents shall take due care to prevent fires. Flammable materials shall not be used or stored on the
premises. These items include, but are not limited to, candles, incense, fireworks, lighter fluid, propane or
other gas cylinders, etc.
B. Residents shall not leave cooking appliances unattended (i.e. stove, rice cooker, and crock-pots).
C. Tampering with the fire alarm system or firefighting equipment is strictly prohibited. Violators of this
policy may be subject to fines.
D. False reports of fire or other dangerous conditions (except those resulting from reasonable error/accident),
failure to properly report fires, or interference with the response of University or city officials to such
emergency calls is prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted and subjected to a fine and jail time.
E. Multiple fire extinguishers are located in the exterior walkways of every floor of the CGU Apartment
Complex. Each fire extinguisher is enclosed in a locked case with a glass cover. In the case of an
emergency, residents can access a fire extinguisher by pulling the metal handle on the case. (Please note:
this will break the glass cover.) It is illegal for residents to tamper with or access a fire extinguisher in a
non-emergency situation.
F. Fire alarms are silently tested on a quarterly basis. Full tests, with horns, are conducted once a year at
winter break. The date and time will be posted several days prior to this test.
G. Decorations that are flammable or fire hazards (including candles and incense) are prohibited.
H. "Live cut" trees (such as Christmas Trees) or other combustible decorations are prohibited in the CGU
Apartments.
I. Any permissible holiday decorations in the apartments must be made of fireproof materials and be UL
(Underwriters Laboratory) List-approved for the intended use.
FIREARMS
Firearms are NOT PERMITTED ON PREMISES. Call Campus Safety or the Claremont Police Department
regarding legal storage of firearms.
FLOURESCENT LIGHTS
Maintenance will replace the fluorescent lights. Residents should request this service through the Housing Services
Office. Regular light bulb replacement is the Resident’s responsibility.
FRONT DOORS
Front doors mar easily. Never put paint, stickers, tape or any type of adhesive on the doors. Residents will be
charged for any damage to their front door that is found to be their responsibility.
FURNISHINGS
A. Furniture provided by CGU may not be removed from the Premises. Residents will be charged for lost and
damaged furniture, other than normal wear and tear. All Apartment furnishings are listed on the Apartment
Condition Report (ACR). The ACR will be completed upon the move-in and move-out of a Resident.
B. Residents are responsible for the care of, and are liable for any damage to, CGU Apartment furniture or
equipment. Resident understands that his/her student account will be charged for any damage, loss or
necessary cleaning caused by residents or guests.
C. Furniture may not be stacked, assembled atop bricks, bookcases or other structures not originally designed
to support it.
D. When vacating an apartment, it is the students’ responsibility to remove all of their possessions. Students
will be charged for the removal of any items they leave behind.
E. Residents or their guests/visitors are prohibited from placing furniture, equipment, appliances, or fixtures
into the trash receptacles or bins located throughout the housing complex. Residents are responsible for the
appropriate removal and disposal of all personal items. A charge will be assessed to a resident’s account for
any item found in the trash receptacles or bins that was not properly disposed of and can be traced back to a
specific resident.
GAMBLING
Gambling is prohibited. Games ending in profit, monetary or otherwise, are not allowed.
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GARBAGE DISPOSALS
Disposal units are installed in the kitchen sinks for the disposal of soft food products. Residents must familiarize
themselves with the operation of this appliance. Residents needing a demonstration of the use and care of disposals
should contact the Housing Services Office. Full plates of food, bones, fruit pits, rice or fibrous materials such as
banana skins, artichokes, celery or corncobs cannot be put in the garbage disposal. Cold water must be run in the
disposal during use and for one minute after the disposal is shut off. Running ice cubes in the disposal once a month
will keep the blades sharp for better efficiency.
GRADUATION
Claremont Graduate University graduates are allowed continuous residence for a brief period upon graduating from
CGU, but only after specific arrangements have been made with the Housing Services Office. The length of the
extension will be on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability and need.
GUESTS
A. Application for overnight guests must be completed and filed with the Housing Services Office prior to the
Guest’s arrival. No more than two (2) guests are allowed during a visitation period. Failure to file an
application for an overnight Guest and obtain written approval from Housing Services will be considered a
breach of the rental agreement. The Resident must also have written approval from the other Residents in
their apartment, if applicable. The Housing Services Office has the OVERNIGHT GUEST
AUTHORIZATION forms. Guests may stay a total of three (3) nights, unless otherwise approved in
advance by Housing Services.
B. Guests must abide by all Housing Services and University policies. Residents are responsible for their
guests’ behavior and for any damage caused by their guests.
C. The host resident must accompany guests at all times. Unescorted guests will be asked to leave the premises.
Guests who disrupt the communal and educational nature of the apartment community by congregating in
public areas including, but not limited to, the Community Room, picnic areas and parking lot, will be asked
to leave the premises immediately. In the event that non-residents do not comply with Housing Services
officials, Campus Safety will be called for assistance.
D. Residents have the basic right to privacy in their assigned room. It is the responsibility of the Resident who
plans to have a guest to inform his/her roommates of the guest prior to the guest arrival, and to gain approval
from the Housing Services Office for a guest.
IDENTIFICATION
Upon the request of University staff, residents and their guest/visitor, if present, shall identify themselves and
present valid identification. Failure to provide identification may require that a person leave the area and the
premises.
INTERNET
Housing Services provides free wireless internet service.
KEY SERVICE
A. Each resident is issued a key to his/her assigned apartment and bedroom. Each resident is responsible for
his/her set of keys. It is a misdemeanor for any person to knowingly duplicate, make, cause to be duplicated,
use or have in his/her possession a key to an apartment or bedroom without proper authorization. Under no
circumstances are keys to be duplicated or lent to another individual.
B. Keys are obtained from the Housing Services Office and must be returned immediately upon termination of
residency. The cost of replacing lost keys is charged to the Resident. Residents are responsible for their own
keys. If a Resident is locked out of an apartment during office hours, a Housing Services staff member can
unlock the door. If outside of normal business hours, an on-call staff member can be contacted to unlock the
door.
C. As a courtesy, the Housing Services Office provides access to residents who lock themselves out of their
apartment or bedroom on an infrequent basis. This courtesy, however, should not be abused by residents
who fail to report lost, stolen or damaged keys in order to avoid charges, or residents who loan their keys to
another party.
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LAUNDRY
The laundry rooms are for Resident use only. Laundry is not to be hung anywhere outside of the laundry rooms or
apartments. The washers and dryers are owned and serviced by an outside vendor. Problems must be reported to
Housing Services in writing so that they can be properly resolved with the vendor.
MAINTENANCE OF PREMISES
A. Residents agree to take reasonable care of their unit and its furnishings by keeping the premises in a clean
and sanitary condition, and by being responsible for any damage to the unit, its furnishings and equipment
(reasonable wear and tear excepted). In addition, the resident is responsible for compliance with all
provisions of the agreement. Residents understand that their student account will be charged for any
damage, loss or necessary cleaning caused by the resident or their guest(s).
B. Residents shall cooperate in the care of the dwelling and grounds and shall notify the Housing Services
Office of damage or need for repair to the property.
C. Alterations, changes, remodeling or renovating, including but not limited to painting of the unit, grounds
and Community Room, are prohibited. Tampering with the electrical or mechanical fixtures in the units
and/or the Housing complex without the prior written consent of the Manager of Housing Services is also
prohibited. All fixtures that are installed become part of the premises and subsequently property of the
University.
D. Exterior apartment door decorations using adhesives or attachments such as stickers, graffiti, message
boards, signs and tape are not allowed.
E. Residents may attach hanging objects to the walls by means of tacks, standard metal picture hangers, small
nails and screws only. If removal of such methods causes damage, the damage will be assessed against a
Resident’s security deposit. Attachment of any other objects to the premises or altering the premises in any
other manner whatsoever, without the prior written consent of the Manager of Housing Services, is
prohibited.
F. Resident shall not bring or maintain any of the following on premises: clothes washer or dryer, refrigerators
or freezers, stoves, air conditioners, space heaters, outdoor clotheslines or drying equipment (no drying
clothes on balcony), boats or trailers, or waterbeds. In addition, no other furniture or equipment is allowed
in the unit without the permission of the Manager of Housing Services.
G. Residents shall not install or place any equipment or construction on the grounds or in the buildings. No
outside gardens may be constructed or maintained in any area of the Housing complex without the express
written consent of the Manager of Housing Services.
H. Accumulation of debris around the exterior or interior of the premises is not allowed. Deposit of
wastepaper, cans, bottles or other trash except in receptacles is prohibited. All apartment trash needs to be
properly disposed of in a large dumpster. There are three locations at the housing complex.
I. Students are responsible for reporting safety, maintenance or cleanliness issues to the Housing Services
Office or a Housing Services staff member.
J. Premises shall not be used in any unlawful manner or in any hazardous way. Premises shall conform to any
and all laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and requirements which govern said Premises. No business may
be run from Premises, or in or around any of the CGU Apartments and parking lots.
MEALS
Cooking and meal preparation are permitted only in Premises kitchens and at the Apartment barbeques. Safety is
always a concern. When in use, stoves, ovens and barbeques must never be left unattended.
MAIL
A. Each building has a set of mailboxes. Mail is delivered to each box by apartment number only, not by an
individual room within an apartment. Residents must be sure to have mail addressed properly. At no time
will the Housing Services Office accept mail or packages for Residents. Residents must notify the Post
Office when vacating to leave a forwarding address. Mail will not be forwarded by Housing Services.
B. Packages delivered by carriers other than the United States Postal Service will be delivered directly to the
Resident’s door.
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C. Sample Address: A Resident living in Apartment B103 would use the following mailing address:
Resident’s Name
1445 N. College Ave.
Apt. 103
Claremont, CA 91711
NOISE
Residents will refrain from making noise, including but not limited to loud talking and music, especially between the
hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Residents shall keep noise at a level such that it does not annoy, harass, endanger
or inconvenience another Resident of the Apartments. Residents shall at all times be responsible for the conduct of
their guests, invitees or licensees, while they are in Premises, or in or around the Apartments.
OBSCENE MATTER
Display of “obscene matter” as defined in the California Penal Code (Section 311), or items which may be
disruptive to the community, is prohibited anywhere within the complex.
PARKING
Tenants are to park in the parking lot just south of the Apartments or along N. College Ave. (north of Foothill
Blvd.). There is no over-night parking on City streets in Claremont. Tenants are not to park in the unpaved gravel
areas next to the buildings.
PATIOS
Only patio furniture is allowed on patios. Barbecues (or any item with an open flame), sports equipment,
upholstered furniture, apartment furniture (see FURNISHINGS ABOVE) or clothing are not permitted on the patio.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
With the exception of patio furniture, all personal property is to be kept inside Premises. The only personal item
which may be placed outside the front door is a doormat. On-site storage is not available to Residents.
PERSONAL PROPERTY/RENTERS INSURANCE
All Residents are encouraged to have Personal Property or Renters Insurance that will provide coverage to the
Resident in the event of fire or structural damage to a Resident’s apartment. This insurance can be obtained from
your local insurance provider.
PETS
No pets are permitted in the CGU Apartments.
RANCHO SANTA ANA BOTANIC GARDEN (RSABG)
RSABG is a neighbor to the north of the CGU Apartments. CGU Tenants and their guests are not to use the
RSABG parking lots.
REPAIRS
Residents needing repairs or service work should contact the Housing Services Office in Building B, #103, call
(909) 607-8506, or email housinginfo@cgu.edu.
SMOKING
This is a non-smoking facility. Smoking is NOT allowed in the Apartments, in the common areas, in the Apartment
buildings, hallways, walkways, in or near the tot lot, or near the mailboxes. Residents may smoke outside and away
from the Apartment buildings. All cigarette butts must be put in the receptacles provided for them. The non-smoking
rule applies to incense, cigars, pipes and all forms of tobacco. Never throw smoking refuse on the ground or in the
landscape.
SOLICITING/POSTING
A. No person, group or business entity has the right to solicit for personal gain within, on, or around the
apartment community.
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B. No one is permitted to distribute or post materials without specific permission from the Housing Services
Office. Materials not approved by the Housing Services Office will be removed.
C. Advertising or selling of products or services is prohibited in or around the public areas of Housing
Services facilities unless it is part of a Housing Services sponsored event. Advertising and promotion of
non-university goods, services or organizations is allowed in Housing Services facilities only with approval
from the Housing Services Office.
TELEPHONES
Landline telephone connections are available. Each Resident is responsible for arranging their landline service, and
paying for the telephones and equipment.
THEFT
Theft of University property or property belonging to a member of the University community is prohibited. Thefts
should be immediately reported to Campus Safety at (909) 607-2000 and Housing Services staff. Unauthorized use
of food, internet services, phone services or personal property will be considered theft and a violation of policy. For
safety and theft prevention, students are required to lock their bedroom and front doors when they are not home.
Windows and patio doors should also be locked when residents are not present or other times as necessary.
TOT LOT
Small children must always be accompanied by a responsible adult. All toys must be kept in designated areas and
marked with the Resident’s name and apartment number.
TRASH
Residents are to dump trash and recyclables in the designated bins. Each Resident is responsible for keeping the
trash areas clean at all times. The trash dumpsters are scheduled to be emptied by the City of Claremont every
Monday and Thursday. Recycling will be emptied by the City up to two times each week. If the nearest dumpsters
become full, Residents are required to take their trash to a dumpster that has available space for the trash. Overfilling the dumpsters will result in trash spilling outside of the container, which causes unsanitary and unhealthful
situations for all Residents. Nothing may block the dumpster area. The City of Claremont will not empty the
containers if they are overflowing or if there is not a clear path to pull them out of the enclosed area.
UTILITIES
There is no charge to Residents for utilities (water, electricity, cable, internet and trash) in the CGU Apartments.
Residents who want landline phone service or wired internet service may contract with the appropriate vendors at
their own expense.
VIOLENCE, HARASSMENT AND ASSAULT
A. Behavior or expression that is interpreted as abusive or threatening to any member of the community is
prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, physical or sexual assault, verbal threats and/or harassment,
and all types of communication via phone, email and internet forums.
B. Hate Motivated Crime: Any act of intimidation, harassment, physical force or threat of physical force
directed against any person or family, or their property or advocate, motivated either in whole or in part by
hostility to their real or perceived race, ethnic background, national origin, religious belief, sex, age,
disability or sexual orientation is prohibited.
WEAPONS
Possession of any firearm (including bb-guns, soft and hard pellet guns, and starter pistols) is a felony and is
prohibited on the premises of the University (Section 626.9, California Penal Code). The use and possession of
tasers is also prohibited. Additionally, the use of mace and pepper spray is prohibited. The University prohibits
deadly weapons, ammunition, knives, fireworks, explosives and dangerous chemicals. Plastic guns or weapons that
could be interpreted as actual weapons are not allowed.
WALKWAYS: Walkways are to be kept completely clear of trash and personal items including, but not limited
to, brooms, mops and buckets, toys, bicycles, furniture, plants, shoes and clothes.
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