Housing Guide 2018 by The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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INDEX DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T PANIC ......................................... 5

MEDIATION AND ROOMMATES ......... 28

STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES ................. 6

PARTY SMART......................................... 30-31

KNOW YOUR STUFF .............................. 6

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS .............. 32

SECURITY DEPOSITS ............................. 8

WHAT IS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR . 34

WHY LIVE ON ......................................... 10

BUDGETING FOR THE STUDENT ........ 36

AMERICAN LIVING ................................ 12

BEING A GOOD PET OWNER .............. 38

CATCH UP OR GET AHEAD .................. 13 NEIGHBOR ETIQUETTE ........................ 14 U+2 .......................................................... 16 BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS............... 18 SAFETY FIRST ......................................... 23 APARTMENT DIRECTORY ..................... 24-26 HOUSING GUIDE LOCATOR MAP ....... 27

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DON’T PANIC! OFF-CAMPUS LIFE CAN HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT PLACE

CSU RentalSearch – RentalSearch is an exclusive site for the CSU community to find housing in Fort Collins. Visit rentalsearch. colostate.edu and log in using your EID to search for vacant rentals, rooms for rent, and potential roommates. You can also list your own vacant place, room for rent, or yourself as a potential roommate.

Off-Campus Life Apartment Complex and Property Management Lists - On the Off-Campus Life website (ocl.colostate.edu), you will find two easy-to-use resources: • The Apartment Complex List is an extensive list with pricing, lease options, amenities, proximity to campus, etc.—all the details you need to know about apartments catering to students. • The Property Management Company List is a compilation of property managers in town with contact information and direct links to their websites. It’s a great place to search for houses, condos, and duplexes!

CSU Housing Fair February 7th, 9am4pm, LSC Grand Ballroom - Brought to you by Off-Campus Life, this free event is open to students, faculty, staff, and the public and takes place in the Lory Student Center every spring. On this day, you can visit with landlords, apartment complex personnel, property managers, and community resources. See what is available for rent, shop around and compare, ask questions, gather freebies, and enter a drawing for a grand prize!

Visit Off-Campus Life to get all the help you need in finding the best place that’s right for you! We are located in Room 274 of the LSC, (970) 491-2248, ocl@colostate.edu, ocl.colostate.edu.

By The CSU Off-Campus Life staff Did you know there is an office on campus to help you find off-campus rental housing?! It is Off-Campus Life, and we have a host of ways to help you find the perfect place to live next year! Here’s how we can help:

Roommate Round-ups – Like “speed dating” but for roommates! This program is designed to connect people who have a vacant room or rental and others who need a place to live. Offered multiple times throughout the year, this is a great opportunity to meet people face to face and do on-the-spot roommate interviews! Visit Off-Campus Life’s website calendar for future dates coming soon.

Other Available Sources Be sure to shop around and explore your housing options before signing a lease. Decide what you’re looking for and broaden your search! The following resources will help you do just that: • Newspapers: Collegian, Coloradoan, and other prints • Local realtors • Bulletin boards in public locations • NorthernColoradoRentals.com and other rental websites • Signs in lawns/windows • Word of mouth: ask other students and community members. Find out what management company or apartment complex they have used, who their landlord was, and what it was like to live there.

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STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES WE CAN HELP! #SPRING #MUSTHURRY #FINDRENTAL #SLOWDOWN #SMELLTHEFLOWERS Student Legal Services attorneys say to you: Choose smelling the flowers over rushing into a rental! Resist the frenzy! Don’t be lured by landlord giveaways and discounts to sign early. Fort Collins will not run out of rentals by August. Too often your plans (or your intended roommates’ plans) will change. Most leases require that you pay a re-let fee (in the hundreds of dollars) and find your own replacements to terminate a lease, even if you’ve never moved in.

Never sign until you confirm the landlord has a decent reputation. Search the internet for reviews! Come to Student Legal Services BEFORE you sign any lease. We will explain lease jargon and steer students away from problems. Check out our tips for seeking a rental: sls.colostate.edu. #PARTIES #POLICE #CRIMINALRECORD #JOBTURNDOWNS

Your goal should be to graduate without a criminal record. Students do get charged for party, alcohol, and marijuana violations that seem small. We hear over and over that

students don’t get considered for jobs due to a criminal record, no matter how petty or small the convictions. If you do get charged, make an appointment with Student Legal Services. You should never go to court before being advised. There might be a way to structure a plea agreement that will allow you to seal a conviction later. Prosecutors you meet at court will not tell you about this. Student Legal Services is located in Room 284 of the Lory Student Center. Information on many legal topics can be found at sls.colostate.edu.

KNOW YOUR STUFF UNDERSTANDING IMPORTANT CITY CODES & ORDINANCES While there are many codes and ordinances within the city, there are a few that get discussed a little more frequently among students. Here is your chance to get a glimpse of how some of these ordinances may have an impact on you. Unreasonable Noise A violation of this ordinance can come with a $1,000+ price tag (per resident!) and a criminal misdemeanor. In the City of Fort Collins unreasonable noise is determined, typically, when noise is heard beyond property lines. When a noise complaint is called into Fort Collins Police Services, an officer is sent to determine if the level of noise is unreasonable by considering the time of day, type of noise and other factors. While you may think you are doing a good job at keeping the noise down, it is always wise to go outside and walk around your property line to determine if noise can be heard from your residence.

vandalism. Remember, as a party host you are responsible for what happens at, and as a result of, your party, including the actions of others. For information on how to avoid receiving these citations, check out the Party Smart article. Those are some heavy hitters, but how about other codes and ordinances that could have a smaller impact on you? Whether you rent or own, there are several important nuisance ordinances to be aware of. If violations are not corrected in the allotted time, the City will bill the property owner for the expense, which may be passed down to tenants. The City may also issue citations for chronic problem properties or for violations that can’t be corrected by a contractor. Trash Residents are not allowed to accumulate trash and discarded items. Trash containers must be stored out of view from the street.

Nuisance Gathering Ordinance

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This ordinance holds party hosts accountable for any damage to neighboring properties as a result of their gathering. A conviction carries a $1,000+ fine, in ADDITION to the cost of any repairs needed, with the possibility of jail time or community service hours. Examples of these damages include trash and litter, public urination and

You are responsible for clearing snow and ice off the public sidewalks adjacent to your property within 24 hours of accumulation. Remember it’s easier to shovel fresh snow!

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Sofas Furniture manufactured for indoor use is prohibited from outdoor areas. This includes unenclosed porches. Weeds Weeds and grass on your property can only be up to 6 inches tall. As a renter, it is important to know that a violation of any of the above may cost you additional fees assessed by your property manager. So what happens if I have received any citations related to the issues above? Public Nuisance Ordinance (PNO) The PNO is a tool for managing chronic problem properties. Properties are considered problematic when citations occur on a regular basis. Property owners are accountable for the use of their properties and the behaviors of tenants. If a property receives two citations (of the same kind) within six months, three citations (of any kind) in a year, or five citations (of any kind) in two years, the tenants and property owner can be held responsible under the PNO which may require eviction. It is important to note that citations follow the property, so be aware of your property’s prior citations to avoid costly fines or possible eviction. You can check on property violation history by calling (970) 224-6046.

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SECURITY DEPOSITS KNOW HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF When you move in

By: The Off-Campus Life staff Room 274, Lory Student Center, ocl.colostate.edu With help from Kathleen Harward, Director, Student Legal Services Room 284, Lory Student Center, sls.colostate.edu Your security deposit is the amount of money collected at the beginning of the lease and held by the landlord to cover damages beyond ordinary wear and tear -the deposit usually represents a substantial sum of money. Accordingly, you should take care to ensure you get it back. Some landlords are fair and reasonable in returning deposits, others are not. Rather than waiting to find out what type of landlord you have, take a few simple precautions in advance to protect your substantial investment.

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Check-In Sheets: Check-in sheets document the condition of your rental unit when you move in. Usually both the tenant and the landlord sign the list to acknowledge its accuracy. You can find examples of checkin sheets on Off-Campus Life’s website, under the “helpful resources” tab. Make a Video: Imagine that a judge is viewing your videos, deciding what you should be charged for, what was pre-existing to your tenancy, what was ordinary wear and tear, and what was damage caused by your misuse. You should make a detailed narrated video before you move in, and before the unit is cluttered with boxes and your items. Give a detailed, clear narration of the condition of the residence. Go from room to room, blemish to blemish. Send a Copy to Your Landlord: Even if your landlord refuses to sign the check-in sheet, send them a copy with a request for a reply. Keep a copy of your cover letter, checkin sheet, and video.

Photographs With the best camera you have access to, photograph your entire unit, paying close attention to damaged areas. When the photos are developed, note the date they were taken and the area pictured on the back of each photo. Witness Have someone other than a roommate inspect your unit when you move in. Have the same person inspect it when you move out. During your tenancy Be responsible. Take care of your rental unit. Report problems to your landlord promptly. When you move out The conditions you documented at move in should have been sent to your landlord at the beginning of your lease. Additionally, you should have kept copies of those documents, especially if there was evidence of preexisting damage prior to your tenancy. You should only be charged if there is evidence you caused new damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.

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WHY LIVE ON? EIGHT REASONS TO LIVE ON CAMPUS It is often assumed that after one year in the halls all students move off campus. In reality, nearly 20% of the students living in the halls are returning, transfer, and upper class students. There are 900 premium spaces set aside for returning students next year, so don’t forget to consider the benefits of staying on campus. Higher GPAs: Students who live on campus have higher GPAs than students who live off campus, with the most significant gap among first- and second-year students.

Location, location, location: If you want easy access to The Rec, Morgan Library, and campus events, living on campus offers the best location in FoCo. Skip the Commute: When it’s cold and snowy outside, enjoy the luxury of sleeping in and still arriving to class on time without the hassle of scraping car windows, finding parking, biking on icy roads, or waiting at the bus stop. Easy living: Forget leases, splitting utilities with roommates, shoveling sidewalks, and grocery shopping. The halls offer one bill that goes directly to your student account with no negotiation required. $0 due at signing: If you return to the halls, your deposit from this year carries over to next fall and there are no hidden or surprise application fees, security deposits, or first/last month rent charges.

Hall, 4th floor lofts in Parmelee, single rooms, and Open Housing. There are designated wings and floors in these locations set aside for returning and upper class students only. Plus, students who live in the halls for at least two years receive priority consideration at the Aggie Village apartments for their third year and beyond! Flexible, convenient dining: The U Plan, offered only to returning students, provides maximum flexibility with just five meals per week. Returning students also have the option to select the Any 10, Any 14, or Any Meal/Any Time dining plans. You could win big: Apply by February 28 to be entered to win free room and board for next year as well as one of five $500 prizes. Visit housing.colostate.edu/liveon for more details.

Designated spaces for returning, transfer, and upperclass students: You get first choice of available rooms on campus, including premium spaces in Laurel Village, Aspen

WHY DO YOU LIVE ON?

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I love being so interconnected with my community, close to my classes, and having access to great meals every day. Life in the halls is a must for those seeking a deep focus on their academic career and comfort throughout their collegiate experience.

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Avery – Braiden Hall

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AMERICAN LIVING ADVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS SEEKING HOUSING You got off the plane and took the bus to your new apartment, the one you reserved months ago once you received your admissions letter to CSU. According to some stereotypical college American movies, like National Lampoon’s Animal House or Accepted and maybe even Monster’s University, you think you have a good idea of what your new roommates might be like. You have pictured yourself drinking beer and going to parties every weekend. You envision having a cranky landlord who will get mad about the dartboard in the bathroom or the sofa on the roof. You go for it and sign the lease, unlock the door and find a neat, clean living room with one roommate cooking dinner and another roommate studying on the couch. Where’s the party you were promised in the movies? Well, that was the movies. You will hear a lot of myths and some truths about living in the United States. Here are a few things we believe you should know, no movie fantasies, about being an international student seeking housing in Fort Collins: 1. U + 2 – this LAW means you can only live with two roommates who are not related to you -- not two roommates and their two boyfriends, not you and your cousin and her three best friends. Even if your house has five bedrooms, unless the place is zoned for more than three people, that’s all you get. For more detailed information check out: fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/ occupancy.php. 2. Private bathrooms – not so fast. While you may prefer to have your own private bathroom, when it comes to rentals in the United States, your choices may be limited. If you want the “classic American roommate

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experience,” be prepared to share a bathroom with your roommates and their guests. If you can’t live without a private bathroom, you should look to rent a room with a master bathroom which means the bathroom is “en suite” and attached to your room. Additionally, you may want to look at apartment complexes that offer individual leases and individual bathrooms. 3. Floors are NOT waterproof. Most houses in the United States are made of wood and don’t have drains in the floors like houses in other countries. You must keep water off the floors. This means you must keep the shower head and curtain in the shower and only put toilet paper in the toilet. If you don’t, you’ll have a flood in your house along with an expensive repair bill and a very angry landlord. 4. Utilities included – it depends. The rent looks like a fair price but now you have to pay for a deposit, first and last month rent, internet, TV, electricity, water, heat, gas, sewer, trash, Home Owner’s Association fees, snow removal, pet deposit, carpet cleaning, yard maintenance…and the list goes on. Don’t forget furniture, bed linens and groceries. There are many rental options that do include utilities. Just pay close attention to the lease and what is and isn’t included.

5. Parties, pets & smoking – If you like to party or want to own a dog or smoke hookah, your housing options may be limited. Most landlords don’t want these in their rentals, and if you violate the policies you could be facing thousands of dollars in fees and possibly getting evicted from your apartment. 6. Don’t sign a lease until you have read through the entire contract! It might seem very long and boring, but make sure you understand the terms and conditions because a contract is a legally-binding agreement that you must follow. CSU’s Student Legal Services office can help you understand the lease. Call (970) 491-1482 or visit their website, sls.colostate.edu before signing a lease! 7. Take pictures and document problems with your rental BEFORE moving in. Most rental places have an inventory form for you to document any damages that currently exist in your apartment. If an inventory form isn’t provided, there is a sample one in the Off-Campus Life Student Handbook, ocl.colostate.edu.

CATCH UP OR GET AHEAD REASONS TO CONSIDER SUMMER SESSION Most students participate: Three of five students enroll in CSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer Session at some point. Increased graduation rates: Participation is associated with an increased likelihood of graduation. Higher GPAs: Students earn a higher term GPA, on average, during the summer. Focused attention: Class sizes tend to be smaller, allowing for increased interaction with faculty. Affordability: Increased financial aid is available this summer. A nonresident tuition reduction on the first 3 online credits may apply. Flexibility: On-campus and online courses offered in varying lengths.

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NEIGHBOR ETIQUETTE By: The Off-Campus Life staff Fort Collins is known for its friendliness and small town warmth – so take pride in where you live! Get to know your neighbors and city ordinances. Here are some helpful tips:

Introduce Yourself! A simple “hello” goes a long way. This is your first step in building a good relationship, and it’s a great one, but don’t stop there. Grow the relationship throughout the year, you never know when you will need that cup of sugar or help shoveling your walk. Keep Neighbors Informed Contact your neighbors in advance before undertaking something that may affect them… like throwing a big party, building a fence, or getting a dog. Share your contact information (cell phones, etc.) so there is an easy way of communicating during any event you might host or if other questions come up. Be Aware of Neighborhood Expectations & City Ordinances Be aware of not only local laws and HOA covenants, but also the neighborhood expectations. Each neighborhood has a different feel. As you get

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to know your neighbors, ask them about what is expected of each resident. Be Aware of Differences Age, faith, ethnic background, and family status can drastically affect how one goes about their daily life. Be aware and respectful of differences between you and your neighbor. Ask How You Can Help Neighborly gestures contribute to a positive and welcoming neighborhood for all! Shoveling snow for your neighbor who may need assistance is a great welcoming gesture. Be Candid If your neighbor does something that bothers you, respectfully let them know as soon as possible. If you cannot work out a fair compromise, take advantage of free and confidential mediation services offered by the City of Fort Collins Community Mediation Program, fcgov.com/mediation, (970) 224-6022.

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U+2: KNOW THE FACTS DON’T LOSE YOUR HOUSING ARRANGEMENTS Helpful examples…

Allowed: three unrelated friends Allowed: two siblings and one friend Allowed: three unrelated friends and guests who stay 30 nights or less in a 12-month period

Did you know that in the City of Fort Collins no more than three unrelated individuals may live together? Prior to signing a lease, it is important to know the facts behind the occupancy ordinance and how it may have an impact on you. Some facts… 1.

Occupancy in a residential dwelling unit (single-family, duplex, and apartments) is restricted to: One family and not more than one additional unrelated person, or Two adults (and their dependents) and not more than one additional person. “Family” means any number of persons who are related by blood, marriage, adoption, guardianship or other duly authorized custodial relationship, who live together as a single housekeeping unit and share common living, sleeping, cooking and eating facilities.

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Not allowed: four unrelated friends Not allowed: two siblings and their 2 friends Not allowed: three unrelated friends and guests who stay more than 30 nights in a 12-month period (anyone who spends more than 30 nights in a dwelling unit in a 12-month period is an occupant) There are exceptions… A frequently asked question that students have is whether there are any places that allow for more than three unrelated people to live. The answer is yes! There are options in the City that allow for extra occupancy. Visit offcampuslife.colostate.edu and you will find the “Extra Occupancy” list on the homepage. Some apartment complexes are also exempt to this rule, and you can find those on Off-Campus Life’s apartment complex list.

A little history… Since the 1960’s, Fort Collins has enforced occupancy restrictions. The City addresses occupancy to help ensure health and safety of residents, and to help protect the quality and character of neighborhoods. Proactive Enforcement… Since January 2016, the City started a pilot program in the Avery Park neighborhood, enforcing the ordinance on a proactive basis. This means the City regularly inspects the Avery Park area, no formal complaint needed, and identifies potential violations. The Avery Park pilot area has been defined as the section of the City bordered by Shields Street on the east, Prospect Road on the south, Taft Hill Road on the west, and Elizabeth Street on the north. Need more information… If you are looking for a little more detail to this law, please visit fcgov.com (just type “occupancy” into the search tab) or contact Neighborhood Services at (970) 224-6046.

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BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS It’s that time of year when rental scams start happening to landlords, property managers and unsuspecting tenants. This is especially prominent on independent sites such as Craigslist. The communication usually begins via email from someone out of the country (UK, Australia, Kenya, etc.) who wants a room or place to rent. The potential renter usually has some kind of money transaction problem and has a “friend” or intermediary in the states that can send a money order. Typically, the amount being sent is over the required deposit amount. Before the landlord, property manager or renter finds out that the money order or traveler’s check is fraudulent, the potential renter has backed out of renting the unit for some reason and has asked for the deposit or overage back. Although we want to stress that there are genuine requests for rental housing coming from abroad, we offer the following suggestions to determine the legitimacy of the requests.

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Things to watch for: • •

The emails usually have notable grammatical errors. The interested renter wants to use an intermediary or friend to make payment.

Suggestions on how to avoid a rental scam: • • • •

Never accept more payment that the amount you request. Always ask for references. Google the potential renter’s name to see if anything comes up that is of concern. Inspect the money orders by holding a note up to the light, and look for a watermark picture of Ben Franklin on the left side. There should also be a dark security thread running to the right of the watermark, with the tiny letters “USPS” facing backward and forward. You can also take the money orders to the nearest post office for examination.

Counterfeiting is a felony, punishable with a fine of up to $250,000 and up to twenty years in prison. To report a postal money order scam: call the local post office or Postal Inspectors at (303)313-5320. To report a fraud complaint, call the Fraud Complaint Hotline at 1-800-372-8347 or visit the U.S. Postal Inspection Service web site at postalinspectors.uspis.gov.

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SAFETY FIRST WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND PROPERTY You’ve just moved into a neighborhood and it reminds you so much of the one you had growing up that you soon find yourself leaving your bike unlocked on the front porch or your doors unlocked after dark. It seems like it wouldn’t be a big deal, but all it takes is a few seconds and your precious belongings can vanish without a trace. As a new resident in the neighborhood, it’s important to remember some tips that can help keep you and your belongings safe. At your house or apartment: •

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Lock that door! Even if you intend to return shortly, or even if you are going down the block. It takes a thief 10 seconds or less to enter an open home and steal your property. Lock or secure doors and windows when you are alone or asleep. Do we need to remind you about all those horror movies? Put emergency numbers in your cell phone’s address book for quick access. Do not leave messages on your door or answering machine indicating that you are away and when you will return. That is basically an open invitation for thieves to come in and grab what they please. If someone asks to use your phone for an emergency call, offer to dial for them instead of allowing them to enter your home.

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Do not put your address on your key ring. If it gets lost or stolen, you’ve basically given them the key to enter. Get to know your neighbors! When you move in, introduce yourself and exchange information. Do not leave keys in hiding places because thieves will find them. Those fake rocks in the garden aren’t fooling anyone. Check if smoke detectors are working and change the batteries twice a year.

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Thieves know the college schedule, so make your place look busy and ask your neighbors to keep an eye out for any suspicious strangers lurking around. Keep your windows and doors secured. You don’t want to grant them free access! Store all electronic equipment and small valuables in a safe place, like at a friend’s house or even take them with you! Have a timer for lights so your house looks busy even when you are not home. They’re a cheap way to keep your home safe even when you’re not there.

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Avoid walking alone at night unless absolutely necessary. Keep to well-lit and commonly used routes. Avoid using shortcuts and isolated areas. Walk purposefully, know where you are going, and project a no-nonsense image. Avoid dangerous situations. If you feel threatened, cross the street, locate an emergency phone, or enter a store or a place of business (even if you have just left it). Have your door keys ready; carry them in your pocket or hand, not buried in a purse or backpack. When walking to your car, don’t hit the unlock button until you are in close proximity to the vehicle and lock the doors behind you once you are inside.

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APARTMENT DIRECTORY WHERE TO FIND YOUR NEXT HOME Utilities Average Monthly Included Monthly Distance Rent Per from Transport Lease in Monthly Utility Campus Services Rent Cost Bedrooms Person* Furnished Terms

Complex 1409 (970) 237-5978 1409 Elizabeth St.

Aggie Village (970) 491-2903 501, 511, 521 W Lake St.

Arbors at Sweetgrass (970) 221-0945 1720 Kirkwood Dr.

Campus Crossing at Ram’s Pointe (970) 672-0908 2250 W Elizabeth St.

Campus Flats @ Rams Crossing (970) 482-3898 914 W Lake St.

Carriage House (970) 472-4250 1171 Springfield Dr.

College 830 (970) 237-3771 830 South College

Eleven 13 Apartments (970) 419-1113 1113 W Plum St.

Flats on the Oval (970) 237-3771 360 West Laurel

7 Landmark Apartments (970) 482-5740 1050 Hobbit St.

Studio, 1, 2, &3

Studio, 1, 2, 3, & 4

Studio: $995 1: $1195 2: $695 3: $625

Studio: $940 1: $1,025 2: $745 3: $690 4: $660

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2: $705 3: $615, $715 for master bedroom 4: $599

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Cable, Internet, Recycling, Sewage, $20-$40 total Water, Trash, & Gas

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Studio: $12601390 Studio, 1, 2, 1: $1355-$1450 2: $760-790/bd &3 3: $695-$840/bd

1, 2, & 3

1: $1120 without w/d $1166 with w/d 2, 1 bath: $$664.50 without w/d $694.40 with w/d 2, 2 bath: $732 3 bed, 2 bath: $835.50

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YES

12M

Depends on Usage

NONE

Cable, Internet, Recycling, Depends on Sewage, Water Usage & Trash

0.5 miles

Near Bus Stop

Parking Yes - Parking Lot Cost: Included In Rent

Amenities

N/A

Appliances Included Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Stove, Garbage Disposal, Washer & Dryer

Community Kitchen, Ping Pong Table, Game Fridge, Dishwasher, Yes - Parking Lot Room, 19 Study Microwave, Oven, On Campus On Campus Cost: $300 per Lounges, and 4 Stove, Garbage semester Meeting Rooms, Disposal, Washer, 800 Bicycle Parking & Dryer Spaces, & On Sit Parking Options

2.6 miles

1.5 miles

Near Bus Stop

Pool, Gym, Hot Tub, Game Room, Fridge, Dishwasher, Yes - Parking Lot Computer Lab, Air Microwave, Oven, Cost: $50 one Conditioned Units, Stove, Garbage time charge Clubhouse, & Ten- Disposal, Washer nis, Volleyball, Bas& Dryer ketball Courts

Classic: Fridge, Stove, Oven, Dishwasher, & Garbage Disposal Upgraded: Everything included in classic model plus microwave

0.1 miles

Yes - Parking Lot Walking Dis- Cost: $50 a month tance for an assigned space

Bike Parking & Outdoor Grills

0.1 miles

Yes - Parking Lot Walking DisUncovered: $60/mo tance Covered: $80/mo

Walk-in Closet

0.5 miles

YES Cost: $300.00 Pet Fee Non–refundable, No Deposit $40.00 Monthly Pet Rent (one pet) $80.00 Monthly Pet Rent (two pets)

2 Gyms, Tanning Walking Dis- Yes - Parking Lot Bed, Business Centance Cost: Free ter, Pool, & Coutyard w/ Barbeque

0.1 miles

YES, small pets Cost: $250 per animal

Fridge, Dishwasher, Business Center, Microwave, Oven, Yes - Parking Lot Racquetball, Tennis Stove, Garbage Cost: N/A Court, Basketball Disposal, Washer, Court, Hot tub & Dryer

0.1 miles

0.7 miles

Pets

Near Bus Stop

Bike Storage, Club Yes - Parking Lot YES House, Gym, Hot Fridge, Microwave, Cost: $50 a month Call for Pet Fees Tub, Pool Table, Oven, Stove, Dishfor an assigned and Safety DeLaundry Center, & washer space posits Business Center

Yes - Parking Lot Walking DisCovered: $85/mo tance Uncovered: $75/mo

Near Bus Stop

Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, YES Stove, Garbage Cost: Included in Disposal, Washer Guarantor Form & Dryer Fridge, Dishwasher, YES Microwave, Oven, Cost: $350 Pet Fee Stove, Garbage Non–refundable, Disposal, Washer $30.00 Monthly & Dryer Per pet

Premium Units

Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Stove, Garbage Disposal, Washer & Dryer

Pool, Volleyball YES Fridge, Dishwasher, Court, Bike ParkCost: $300 one Microwave, Oven, Yes - Parking Lot ing, Horseshoe time pet fee, $30 Stove, Fireplace, Cost: Free Pit, Gym, Business per month for one Garbage Disposal, Center, & Tanning pet & $50 per Washer & Dryer Bed month for two pets

Complex Lokal (970) 407-7267 1201 W Plum St. LokalCSU.com

Max Flats (970) 484-3454 505 S Mason St.

Studio: $1390 Studio, 1, 2, 1: $1430 &3 2: $805 3: $769 Studio: $1072-1137 1: $1227Studio, 1, 2, 1402 &3 2: $14271652 3: $18272002

Prospect Plaza (970) 482-9513 304 W Prospect Rd.

Studio, 1, &2

Studio: $695 1: $850 2: $470-502

YES

10M 12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, $15 - $20 per Sewage, Water person & Trash

0.1 miles

Near Bus Stop

3-12 M

Cable & Internet: $100 Water, Sewage Gas: $30 Trash: $25

1 mile

Near Bus Stop

All Utilities Included In Monthly Rent

YES/NO

12M

Prospect Station Studio: $995 (970) 237-6838 Studio, 1, 2, 1: $1195 221 W Prospect Rd. &3 2: $675-745 3: $625

12M

Pura Vida Studio: $1189 (970) 472-4250 Studio, 1, 2, 1: $1249 518 W Laurel St. &3 2: $699 PuraVidaPlace.com 3: $649

12M

Water, Sewage, Trash, Community WiďŹ

$15 - $20 per person

0.1 miles

6-12M

All Utilities Included In Monthly Rent

N/A

2 miles

Ramblewood (970) 484-5559 155 Briarwood Rd.

Rams Crossing (970) 482-1054 1117 City Park Ave.

Rams Park (720) 397-9562 2226 W Elizabeth St.

Rams Village (970) 498-0206 900 Constitution Ave. ramsvillage.com

Stadium Apartments (970) 645-3400 821 West Lake StadiumOnLakeStreet.com

State (970) 484-7267 120 West Stuart Statefortcollins. com

1, 2, & 3

1: $980 2: $590-640 3: $652.50717.5

Studio, 1, &2

Studio: $1012-1,049 1: $10131133 2: $610.50698.50 (w/d in some)

2&3

2: $690-715 3: $640-690

1, 2, 3, & 4

1: $925-975 2: $615-655 3: $550-595 4: $560-605

2: $785 3: $785 2, 3, 4 & 5 4: $725-$745 5:$685-$705

Studio: $1,025-1,035 Studio, 2, 3, 2: $735-745 &4 3: $649-665 4: $589-639

N/A

Cable, Inter- Gas: $30 total Electric: net, Recycling, Sewage, Trash, Depends on Usage & Water

12M

Cable, Gas, Internet, Recy$25-45 total cling, Sewage, Trash, & Water

YES

5M 10M 12M

All Utilities Included In Monthly Rent

YES

N/A

12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, $60-$80 per Sewage, Trash, person & Water

12M

Cable, InterDepends on net, Sewage, Usage Trash, & Water

12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, Sewage, Trash, & Water

$20-25 per person

0.2 miles

0.5 miles

0.2 miles

Parking

Amenities

Appliances Included

Pets

Yes - Parking GaFridge, Dishwasher, rage Altitude Lounge/ Microwave, Oven, YES Uncovered: $85 Deck, Study Room, Stove, Garbage Cost: Included in per month 3 Hottubs, & GrillDisposal, Washer Guarantor Fee Covered: $90 per ing Station & Dryer month YES Yes - Parking Cost: $100 depost & $300 pet fee Garage Fridge, Microwave, for one pet, $200 Uncovered: $50 Gym Dishwasher, Oven, per month deposit & $400 pet Washer & Dryer Covered: $100 per fee for two pets , month $30 per month for one or two pets

Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, NO Laundry Room Stove, Garbage *Exceptions for Disposal, Intercom therapy animals* System Yes - Parking Lot & Fridge, Dishwasher, Covered Microwave, Oven, YES Near Bus Cost: $250 per Lot: Free N/A Stove, Garbage Stop animal Covered: $50 a Disposal, Washer month & Dryer Study Rooms w/ Fridge, Dishwasher, Yes - Parking Lot TVs, Indoor Bike Microwave, Oven, YES Walking Dis- Cost: $60 per Parking, Lunch Stove, Garbage $350 pet deposit tance month for an asRoom, & Commu- Disposal, Washer $35 per month signed space nity Lounge & Dryer Tanning Bed, Pool, YES Gym, On Site Fridge, Dishwasher, Cost: $300 deposShuttle Ser- Yes - Parking Lot Laundry, Dog Park, Oven, Stove, & it, $35 monthly fee vice Cost: Free Outdoor Grill, Garbage Disposal 2 max per apartGarden, & Game ment Room Walking Dis- Yes - Parking Lot tance Cost: Free

YES Fridge, Dishwasher, Business Center, Cost: $350 one Microwave, Oven, Walking Dis- Yes - Parking Lot Tanning Bed, Gym, time fee, $25 Stove, Garbage tance Cost: Free Clubhouse, Pool, & monthly fee per Disposal, Washer Laundry Facilities pet ( and breed & Dryer restrictions)

Near Bus Stop

Yes - Parking Lot Cost: Free

Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Stove, Garbage Disposal, Washer & Dryer

0.2 miles

Near Bus Stop

2 Pools, 2 Hot Tubs, 2 Outdoor Gas Grills, Basketball Courts, Fridge, Dishwasher, Yes - Parking Lot Volleyball Court, Oven, Stove, & Cost: Free Horseshoe Pit, 9 Garbage Disposal Laundry Facilites, Study Room, Cardio Room, & Gym

0.1 miles

Walking Distance

1 mile

0.2 miles

Near Bus Stop

N/A

Yes - Parking Lot Fitness Center, Covered: $100 per Pool, Hot tub, month Outdoor Grills, Uncovered: $85 Patio Terrace & per month Study Rooms

Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Stove, Garbage Disposal, Washer, & Dryer

Gym, Sauna, Sand Yes - Parking Lot Fridge, Dishwasher, Volleyball Court, Covered: $80 per Microwave, Oven, Pool, Hot tub, month Stove, Garbage Firepit, Media Lot: $50 per Disposal, Washer, Room, Computer month & Dryer Lab & Gaming Rm

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Complex

The Cottages (970) 495-6705 1335 W Elizabeth Thecottagesoffc. com

The District at Campus West (970) 658-5540 1308 W Plum St.

The Grove (970) 493-1058 2101 Perennial Lane

The Outpost (970) 372-2695 530 Lupine Drive Outpostfortcollins. com info@outpostfortcollins.com

4: $690 5: $669

YES/NO

12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, $35-40 per Sewage, Trash, person & Water

2, 3, & 4

2: $845 3: $775-785 4: $725-775

YES

12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, Depends on Sewage, Trash, Usage & Water

2, 3, & 4

2: $760 3: $715 4: $730

12M

Cable, Gas, No additional Electric, Inter- fee unless net, Recycling, electric use Sewage, Trash, exceeds $25 a & Water month

2, 3, 4, & 5

2: $720 3: $680 4: $665 5: $659

YES/NO

12M

Cable, Internet, Recycling, Depends on Sewage, & Usage Trash

1, 2, & 3

1: $10911392 2: $618-747 3: $537

3-13M

NONE

$100-150 total 3.5 miles

NONE

$125-200 total

The Preserve (970) 266-1894 350 Riva Ridge Dr.

The Seasons at Horsetooth (970) 377-2077 1020 Wabash St.

Uncommon (970) 672-2717 208 S College Ave

Union on Plum (970) 407-7267 1323 West Plum Uniononplum.com

1 mile

1.5 miles

1, 2, & 3

1: $1331 2: $693-715.5 YES/NO 3: $545

3-15M

Studio, 1, 2, &3

Studio: $1349 1: $1494 2: $887YES/NO 1,157 3: $761

12M

Cable, Gas, Internet, Recy- Electric: $20 a 1.5 miles cling, Sewage, month Trash, & Water

Studio, 1, 2, &3

Studio: $1339 1: $1489 YES/NO 2: $859 3: $829

12M

Cable, Gas, Internet, Recy- Electric: $20 a 1.5 miles cling, Sewage, month Trash, & Water

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Amenities

Appliances Included

Pets

Pool, Tanning Deck, 2 Hot tubs, Hammock Lounge, Shuttle SerFire Pit, Sand vice Yes - Parking Lot & Volleyball, Club Fridge, Dishwasher, *Including YES Covered Microwave, Oven, House, Sauna additional Cost: $100 one 1.5 miles Lot: Free Room, Game Stove, Garbage free shuttle time fee, $30 per Covered: $35 per Room, Study Disposal, Washer, service to month month Rooms, Gym, Cy& Dryer downtown on cling Studio, Pet weekends* Washing Station, Outdoor Kitchen, & Yoga Room Pool, 3 Hot Tubs, Yes - Street & CovDry Saunas, Fridge, Dishwasher, ered Parking Outdoor Grills, Microwave, Oven, NO Near Bus Covered Parking: Firepits, Gym, Stove, Garbage *Exceptions for 0.1 miles Stop $55-75 per month Computer Lab, Disposal, Washer, therapy animals* Study Rooms, Street Parking: & Dryer & Covered Bike Free Storage

4&5 *5 bedroom not avaliable until 201819*

YES

Parking

6 miles

Near Bus Stop

Clubhouse, LiFridge, Dishwasher, brary, Bistro, Game Microwave, Oven, NO Yes - Parking Lot Room, Pool, Sand Stove, Garbage *Exceptions for Cost: Free Volleyball Court, Disposal, Washer, therapy animals* FIrepit, Gym, & & Dryer Tanning Bed

Pool, Gym, Clubhouse, Game Fridge, Dishwasher, YES Room, Movie Microwave, Oven, Cost: One time fee Free Shuttle Yes - Parking Lot Room, Volleyball Stove, Garbage of $300 per animal, Service Cost: Free Court, Yoga Room, Disposal, Washer non refundable, Study Lounge, & & Dryer $20 per month Tanning Bed YES Cost: $400 deposit Entertainment Yes - Parking Lot & Center, Pool, Hot Fridge, Dishwasher, for dog 2+ years old ($200 nonGarages Tub, Gym, Movie Microwave, Oven, Near Bus refundable) Lot: Free Room, Business Stove, Garbage $500 deposit if unStop Garages: $80-100 Center, & Guest Disposal, Washer, der 2 years old, $40 per month Suites Avaliable & Dryer monthly fee for one To Rent pet & $55 monthly fee for two pets YES Cost: $250 deposit for one pet & $400 Fridge, Dishwasher, Yes - Parking Lot Hot Tuub, Pool, deposit for 2, Microwave, Oven, Near Bus Cost: Garage Firepit, Outdoor $200 fee for 1 pet Stove, Garbage Stop 65-85 grill, gym, business & $350 fee for 2, Disposal, Washer, Street: Free center $35 monthly fee & Dryer for one pet & $65 monthly fee for two pets Lounge, Gym, Rock Climbing Wall, Yes - Parking Lot Business Center Fridge, Dishwasher, NO Covered: $85 per with Printing, Ski Microwave, Oven, Near Bus Stove, Garbage *Exceptions for month for an as- and Snowboard Stop Storage, Outdoor Disposal, Washer therapy animals* signed spot Entertainment Deck & Dryer , Ski and Board Simulator Lounge, Gym, Rock Climbing Yes - Parking Lot Fridge, Dishwasher, Wall, Business Covered: $85 per Microwave, Oven, NO Near Bus Center with Printmonth for an asStove, Garbage *Exceptions for Stop ing, Ski and SnowDisposal, Washer therapy animals* signed spot board Storage, & Dryer Outdoor Entertainment Deck

HOUSING GUIDE LOCATOR MAP OF ADVERTISERS 1. AGGIE VILLAGE APARTMENTS

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11 W. Vine

2. ALL PROPERTY SERVICES 1630 South College 970-224-4446 AllPropertyServices.com

3. BRANDT COMPANY

City Park

W. Elizabeth

14 8 Plum 6 Campus West

Laurel

CSU Campus

E. Elizabeth

1005 West Laurel 970-491-6511 housing.colostate.edu/liveon

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8. LOKAL

1201 West Plum 970-407-7267 LokalCSU.com

9. PURA VIDA PLACE

13 2 Sheilds

Taft Hill

Overland Trail

Prospect

CSU Veterinary Hospital

Lemay

830 South College 970-237-3771 collegee830.com

College

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518 West Laurel 970-472-4250 PuraVidaPlace.com

e id rs ve Ri

1171 Springfield Drive 970-407-7267 Carriagehouseftcollins.com

1. CSU HOUSING

Oak

Mulberry

4. CARRIAGE HOUSE APARTMENTS

1335 West Elizabeth 970-495-6705 Thecottagesoffc.com

Lincoln

W. Mountain

1504 West Prospect 970-482-4000 thebrantcompany.com

6. COTTAGES

Downtown

La Porte Ave

Drake

Swallow

10. RAMS VILLAGE

13. STATE

11. THE OUTPOST

14. UNION ON PLUM APARTMENTS

900 Constitution Avenue 970-498-0206 ramsvillage.com

530 Lupine Drive 970-372-2695 Outpostfortcollins.com

12. STADIUM APARTMENTS

120 West Stuart 844-732-8061 StateFortCollins.com

1323 West Plum 970-407-7267 UnionOnPlum.com

821 West Lake Street 970-645-3400 StadiumOnLakeStreet.com

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OFF CAMPUS ROOMMATE CONFLICTS STUDENT RESOLUTION CENTER AND RESIDENCE LIFE Roommate conflicts can happen at any time, but when students move into offcampus residences and increase the number of roommates they are living with, they often face more complex issues. People who start out as the best of friends may find themselves feuding over bills, food, overnight guests, cleanliness, noise, parking, pets, house temperature, parties, or alcohol/ drug use. Conflict can be scary and uncomfortable, yet it can also be a great opportunity to develop and practice communication and conflict resolution skills. By maintaining open lines of communication with your roommates, you can avoid escalation by addressing issues when they arise.

Here are a few tips to help with conﬂict: 1.

Encourage communication and collaboration. Most roommate conflicts occur due to lack of communication. Use “I” statements to communicate any behavior bothering you, rather than judging or accusing the individual. Try to work toward a solution that is mutually acceptable for everyone

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involved, and be willing to recognize where you may have room for improvement. Remember that conflicts are normal. It’s not essential for roommates to be best friends with one another, or for best friends to be roommates. In fact, sometimes it’s better not to live together in order to get a little break from each other. Be proactive in your roommate relationship so you can feel ready to talk about it when conflict begins. Being direct is the key. Sometimes we are afraid to hurt our roommate’s feelings, but this can also end up hurting them more in the end. Remember to stand up for your rights while respecting others. It’s not what you say but how you say it! When you are direct (and respectful), everyone involved usually benefits. Avoid the following behaviors. Communication through text message or social media, getting friends and others involved who do not need to be involved, and/or confronting a

roommate when there has been no time allowed for “cooling-off” are not effective methods of communication. Avoid confronting your roommate when you are angry. Face-to-face communication is far more effective than a white board or post-it note. The Student Resolution Center (SRC) is a great resource on campus for roommate (or other) conflicts. Oftentimes students have a concern but don’t know how to navigate the situation. SRC can help you through Conflict Coaching, in which we meet with you oneon-one to talk through things, brainstorm solutions, and prepare for the conversation with your roommate. For students who feel the lines of communication with their roommate have broken down, SRC can offer a neutral third-party mediation to help facilitate a difficult conversation. To set up an appointment with SRC you can call 970-491-7165, request an appointment at resolutioncenter.colostate.edu, or come visit the office (501 W. Lake St, Suite A, Aggie Village, Walnut Hall). Whatever the conflict, SRC is here to help!

ROOMMATE

ROUND-UP MEET RAMS FIND ROOMMATES

DATES 13, 27

FEBRUARY

8, 20

MARCH APRIL

5, 11, 16, 24 1

MAY

Visit:

offcampuslife.colostate.edu/calendar OFF-CAMPUS LIFE

for more information about upcoming dates STUDENT HOUSING GUIDE 2018 29

PARTY SMART By The Off-Campus Life staff Hosting a party has its risks, but there are steps you can take to lessen the chances of interacting with police and receiving a ticket if officers do show up. Always remember that when hosting a gathering you are assuming responsibility for any and all issues that may take place. Here are some of the many tips to help you host a safe party. Register your party! Registering your party can help you avoid a possible noise citation of $1,000+. Discuss party expectations with your roommates before you host a gathering. Things to consider include: date, time frame, house rules, number of people, what you will provide guests (consider food), who will be the sober host, who will chat with the neighbors, etc. Notify your neighbors in advance and provide them with the phone number of the sober host. Ask us for neighbor notification forms (or find them in your party pack). Designate a sober host to control music volume, access to the party, outside disturbances, and to address any interactions with the neighbors or police. Behaviors of people coming and going (including parking issues) to the party are often most disruptive to neighbors, not the party itself. Make sure the sober host is monitoring the foot traffic to and from the party, and check the backyard. Think before you post! Posting your gettogether using social media can lead to outof-control parties, unwanted guests and their unwanted behaviors. Remember, as a party host you are responsible for what happens at and as a result of your party, including the actions of others. Unreasonable Noise/Nuisance Gathering… Know the Difference: The Party Registration program only provides a potential warning for unreasonable noise. The Unreasonable Noise Ordinance is in effect 24 hours a day. Nuisance gatherings are NOT covered Nuisance gatherings cover other issues that occur on your property and/ or extend past the property line: foot traffic to and from your gathering, disrupting neighbors, public urination, leaving trash in yards, trampling bushes, jumping fences, etc., or unlawful consumption or possession of alcohol and/or marijuana. The HOST of the party, if found responsible for a nuisance 30 STUDENT HOUSING GUIDE 2018

gathering, can be held accountable for the costs associated with these damages - including any overtime needed (police, ambulance, etc.). Any cost for damages and clean up could be charged on top of the citation fine received. Remember that YOU are responsible for your guests’ actions! Engaging in a riot: State Riot Laws provide that anyone convicted of a rioting offense cannot attend any state funded institution for one year. Engaging in a riot, or even just being a bystander and watching it, can result in negative consequences. Note to CSU students: tuition is NOT refunded. Social Host Ordinance holds host(s) responsible for providing a space in which underage possession/consumption of alcohol or marijuana is occurring. The host(s) do(es) not have to provide the alcohol/marijuana to be held responsible. It is illegal to provide alcohol or marijuana to minors. If the guest is over 18 but under 21, the crime is a misdemeanor with possible jail time and fines. If the guest is under age 18, it’s worse: the crime is a felony with possible longer jail times and higher fines. If you’re in doubt of someone’s age, protect yourself and don’t serve. It is illegal legal to: • • •

Consume alcohol or marijuana in public. Sell or transfer alcohol or marijuana to persons under the age of 21. Drive under the influence.

The use and possession of marijuana, including medical marijuana, is prohibited on all CSU property, regardless of your age. Keep the size reasonable so your party stays in line with the capacity of your residence and does not disturb your neighbors. Be proactive by asking for help. If you’re uncomfortable with the size of your party or people will not leave when asked, call Fort Collins Police Services at 970-419-FCPD (3273) and ask for assistance in breaking up your party before things get out of control. Be cooperative towards neighbors, police, and others who come to discuss issues. Don’t make the situation or citation worse. When police arrive, all guests need to leave. Clean up all trash resulting from your party and follow up with your neighbors the next day. Your neighbors may be more tolerant of your next party if they see that you care about how your party may have impacted the neighborhood. Your actions have impact; make it a positive one. Be a good neighbor both on and off campus. If you are a CSU student, you may be held accountable for your behaviors off campus through the Student Conduct Code. …and Don’t Forget Your Free Party Pack at Off-Campus Life, which includes a ton of free items: neighbor notices, information about BAC, a pretty sweet water bottle and more party smart tips!

PARTY SMART The Party Registration program: • • • •

•

Is available year-round, every night of the week. Provides a 20-minute warning for noise complaints. Can help you avoid a costly $1,000+ noise citation. Must be completed in person by 5:00pm Thursday’s with Off-Campus Life (LSC Rm. 274). Once you register in person, and assuming your party does not receive a warning or citation, you can start registering your party online! Has more information at partysmart.colostate.edu.

Party Registration Myth Busters:

1. “The List” is given to all police on duty for the night. FALSE – The list is never provided to the officers on the street.

2. Dispatch calls every party at midnight to give a warning. FALSE – Dispatch only calls when an address receives a noise complaint from a neighbor. Or, if a neighbor can’t determine a specific address when there is a cluster of parties, dispatch calls all surrounding registered parties. 3. Being on “The List” means police target those addresses. FALSE – Police on duty do not have the list, nor do they have the time to target parties as there are higher priority calls coming in.

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CONSIDERING MOVING OFF CAMPUS? KEEP ALL YOUR TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS OPEN The First Move Off Campus is a Significant Life Decision There is nothing more exciting than selecting your first apartment or house after your first year of college. Unfortunately, common decisions about roommates, size and rent often overshadow a crucial question: How can a student limit the amount of time and money spent on the commute to CSU? Consider this first decision to move off campus a test-run for the major financial decision to come after you graduate. Consider Commuting Expenses Where you decide to live, whether you rent or own the property; these are significant life decisions. However, on a daily basis, making a decision on the how far to live from school or work can be just as important. Too often, students consider only the cost of rent when making a decision on where to live. The chance to save $100 per month on rent by living farther away from campus is quickly lost to a CSU parking permit, fuel, auto insurance and maintenance. Many find that cheaper rent can actually lead to an increase in monthly expenses, as well as in commuting time. How Can You Limit Commuting Expenses When Selecting a Rental? Generally, a decision to live closer to campus will provide you a greater opportunity to reduce your transportation expenses and commuting time while attending Colorado State University. The table below compares the decision to live closer or farther away from campus. The CLOSER you live to campus… • • • • •

The more transportation OPTIONS (walk, bike, transit routes, longboard) that may be available to you The less TIME you will spend commuting when you could be doing something else, like studying The more MONEY you may save on car-related expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance) The less likely you will need to pay for an on-campus PARKING PASS The greater the opportunity to EXERCISE while you commute by bicycle, longboard, and walking

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The FARTHER away you live to campus… • • • • •

The FEWER transportation options (walk, bike, transit routes, longboard) that may be available to you The MORE time you may spend driving when you could be doing something else like studying The LESS money you may save on car-related expenses (fuel, insurance, maintenance) The increased likelihood you may need to PAY for an on-campus parking pass The more DIFFICULT it becomes to walk, bicycle, or longboard because of the longer commute time

Transportation Considerations When Living Off Campus Ultimately, where you live will dictate how much time you spend at work, with your family, at play, and…commuting. Embrace this testrun as a chance for you to learn about a desired work-life balance before making the major financial decision to come after you graduate. Below are great resources to promote balance and save money by using alternative transportation. Rent Calculator – rent.colostate.edu is a great resource to compare the cost of living in two different areas of town. Enter in prospective addresses and transportation preferences and the calculator will provide an estimated cost of living for each location, based on census data. Transit or Bus –Your RamCard allows you to ride all local buses for FREE. Look to see how close your rental is to the local bus line to campus. The MAX bus system creates easier commuting opportunities from the north and south. Some apartment complexes also now offer their own shuttles to campus. For more information, visit ridetransfort.com or download the RideTransfort app to confirm where the routes are located and track your buses in real time. Bike – CSU and Fort Collins are recognized nationally as a bike friendly university and community. Select a rental close to a bike trail or bike lane for a safer commute to campus while providing access to recreation. On campus, we have over 10 miles of bike trails and over 15,000 bike rack spaces to lock your bike during your classes. Use the city’s bike map to confirm your rental is near a bike route: fcgov.com/bicycling/bike-maps.php

Bike Share – Getting around Fort Collins on bike is easier than ever. If you don’t have a personal bike, you can rent one from the bike share stations on campus. Just download the Zagster app when you’re ready to ride and when you’re done, you can return it to any of the numerous bike share stations around Fort Collins. In addition, CSU students receive a 50% discount off an annual membership (use your @ colostate.edu email when registering).For more information, visit bike.zagster.com/fortcollins Zipcar Carsharing – The biggest commuter cost savings comes when you leave your car home. CSU and many off-campus properties now host Zipcars (vehicles you can rent hourly for quick trips to the grocery store or a trip to the mountains with your roommates). Pay for a Zipcar only when you need one. Register for a Zipcar Membership before you move in so you are ready to drive when you need one: zipcar. com/universities/colorado-state-university Carpool – Why drive alone? Split the cost of driving (parking pass, fuel, insurance) by carpooling with someone that lives close to you. Register for a carpool parking permit here: pts.colostate.edu/students/carpool Longboard – Longboards can travel almost as fast as a bicycle and provide a wonderful exercise opportunity commuting to campus. CSU has lockers placed across campus for you to securely lock your longboard. Read more about the laws for proper Longboarding in Colorado: courts.state.co.us/Courts/ Education/Youth/Laws.cfm “SkiSU” Ski Bus – Getting to the slopes from Fort Collins is often tough, but it doesn’t have to be. Debuting during the 2017-2018 school year, the “SkiSU” ski bus provides transportation for students to and from different ski areas throughout the winter. Visit skisu.colostate.edu to learn more and view operating dates and destinations. For more information about transportationrelated questions at Colorado State University, please contact Parking and Transportation Services at 970-491-7600 or visit: pts.colostate.edu

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WHAT IS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR? By Mike Levy, NorthernColoradoRentals.com Have you ever wondered why landlords require security deposits when you move in? One of the main purposes of a security deposit is to help cover the cost of any damages to a unit outside of normal “wear and tear” that may occur within your rental period. So, what is normal “wear and tear”? Here are some examples:

Normal

Not Normal (Tenant’s Responsibility)

Electrical

Worn out or broken electrical switches

Windows & Window Coverings

Frayed or broken pull strings on blinds Faded drapes, blinds, or curtains Heat blistered blinds Sticky windows

Broken drapery rods Torn or missing blinds, curtains, or drapes Blinds with bent slats Torn or missing screens Broken windows

Walls

Plaster cracked from settling Faded, cracked, or chipped paint Peeling or loose wallpaper

Large holes in the walls from shelving or hanging pictures Repainted walls to a significantly different color Holes in walls Unapproved paint job Ripped or marked-up wallpaper

Ceilings

Stain on ceiling from rain or plumbing

Stains on ceiling from overflowed bath tub

Doors

Worn out keys Loose or stubborn door locks Loose door hinges or door handles Closet doors off track

Lost keys Broken or missing locks Damage to doors from forced entry Damaged or missing doors

Floors

Worn carpets Carpet seam unglued Scuffed up wood floors Linoleum/vinyl tile worn thin

Torn, stained, or burnt carpeting Badly scratched or gouged wood floors Linoleum/vinyl tile with tears or holes

Kitchen

Worn countertops

Burns or cuts in countertops

Plumbing

Toilets run or wobble Loose or inoperable faucet handles

Broken toilet seats or tank tops Broken or missing faucet handles Clogged drains from misuse

Misc.

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Intentional alterations to the premises

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BUDGETING FOR THE OFF CAMPUS STUDENT By Eleni Beaty, Ofﬁce of Financial Aid at CSU Living on campus has its perks. Being close to everything on campus, having someone else do all the cooking, shopping and cleaning and never having to shovel or mow. On the other hand, living off campus provides the flexibility to do your own cooking and shopping which means you can be more cost effective. Below are a few financial tips to avoid some pitfalls that can destroy your money management plan when living off campus: Money Management Tips: • • •

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Determine all your costs ahead of time. Determine all your resources ahead of time. Develop and stick to a plan that makes sure your required expenses fit with your available resources. Find a tool that works for you; we have several college money management tools including the Schwab MoneyWise on Campus portal as well as tools on our site financialaid.colostate.edu. Find roommates that have similar values and resources. It is really difficult to find and share living space with someone who has a very different idea about how things should be done and how much can be spent on rent, food, Internet, heating, air conditioning, etc.

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You can often use financial aid to pay toward rent, food, and utilities. Financial aid applies toward your semester University expenses first and the excess may be sent to you in a refund to help pay rent, food, etc. It is important that this refund cover expenses until mid-January, including January rent, when spring financial aid refunds are sent.

Renting Tips: • • •

Rent a furnished apartment. Consider paying the full semester’s rent at the beginning of each semester. Consider buying renter’s insurance. It will cover theft or fire damage to your personal property and only costs $1020 per month.

Cooking and Shopping Tips: • • • •

Learn to cook simple and quick meals. Pack a lunch every day instead of eating out and you could save $1,000 each year. Never shop when you are hungry or you may spend more than you have budgeted. Try to take cash instead of debit or credit cards when shopping so you don’t spend more than you have.

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Purchase monthly food cards for the amount of groceries that you have budgeted. Consider opening a separate bank account for rent and food expenditures. Pay all bills on time to avoid late fees and ruining your credit. Opt-in to have your debit card not authorize when funds in your bank account are not sufficient. Avoid parking tickets by riding your bike or taking the bus. Create your own scholarship: Latte scholarship Make your own coffee instead of buying lattes A $4 latte every day, Monday through Friday for the academic year, is a cost of $640. Bottled water scholarship A $1.50 bottle of water every day, Monday through Friday for the academic year, is a cost of $240 Soda scholarship A $1.50 bottle of soda every day, Monday through Friday for the academic year, is a cost of $240.

Best wishes on managing your college finances well!

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