Housing Guide 2019 by The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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INDEX DON’T PANIC.......................................................5 WHY LIVE ON CAMPUS .......................................6 U +2 ......................................................................8 NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR .................................10 CATCH UP AND GET AHEAD ..............................11 KNOW YOUR STUFF ORDINANCE .....................12 AMERICAN LIVING ..............................................18 PROTECT YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT ..................20 PARTY SMART ......................................................24 ROOMMATE CONFLICTS ....................................26 STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES ................................28

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DON’T PANIC! OFF-CAMPUS LIFE CAN HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT PLACE 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: 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. CSU Housing Fair February 4th, 9am-4pm, 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! 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!

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. 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.

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. STUDENT HOUSING GUIDE 2019 5

It is often assumed that after one year of living in the residence halls, all students move off campus. In reality, nearly 20% of the students living in the halls are either returning, transfer, or upper class students. There are 900 premium spaces set aside for returning students each year, so don’t forget to consider the benefits of staying on campus.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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 or wet 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.

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

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WHY DO YOU LIVE ON? “Living on campus your second year is more independent than your first. I was a part of a close-knit community of students, but my RA was more hands-off and we all spent more time off campus. If you aren’t ready to commit to paying rent, finding roommates, or living far away, residence halls are a FUN way to continue to grow as an upper-classman and also stay plugged in.” Michelle – Braiden Hall “When living on campus, everything seems more convenient. I don’t have to worry about paying bills, or keeping a strict budget for food. If I want to go to the library to study, I can easily walk there in less than five minutes and not worry if I will make the last bus in time.” Moira – Newsom Hall “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.”Avery – Braiden Hall “Living on campus for a second year is so much fun. It allows you to get to know more people, as well as build relationships - I feel like I have a family in the residence halls.” Adriana – Pinon Hall

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U+2 KNOW THE FACTS 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… • 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. 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 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)

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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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NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR SUPPORTING FACULTY/STAFF AT THE CSU HOUSING FAIR CSU continues to work toward addressing basic housing-related needs of staff and faculty with its ongoing partnership with Neighbor to Neighbor, and a housing fair being held on campus Feb. 6 is the next step in that effort. The Neighbor to Neighbor/Colorado State University partnership has identified and is working toward the vision that all university staff and faculty have a home that is safe, healthy and affordable. Neighbor to Neighbor Housing Solutions Coordinator Debbie Mayer is present on campus to help employees navigate Fort Collins’ difficult housing market. Mayer is based in the Off-Campus Life office in the Lory Student Center and works directly with university staff and faculty. She offers confidential, one-on-one appointments to assist with an array of housing needs. Services include providing short-term rental assistance to help secure housing or avoid eviction, rental housing search assistance, other housing related information, and information and resources on homebuyer education, foreclosure prevention counseling and HomeShare. Fort Collins’ housing market features rental prices and homesale prices that are increasingly out of reach for many university employees. A Coloradoan article published Dec. 11 and entitled “Here’s how much you need to make ends meet in Larimer County. Nearly 30% of families don’t” points out that a Larimer County family of four must earn more than $67,000 to make ends meet, citing the 2018 Self-Sufficiency standard released by the Colorado Center on Law & Policy.

The affordable housing gap continues to be exacerbated by the region’s growth and lack of inventory. Growth is driving up prices — not just for buyers, but also renters, Jean Ortega, director of OffCampus Life, said in a press release. “Our community’s success has created a squeeze in terms of affordable housing. We’re faced with increased rents, decreased availability and increased demand.” As of June 2018 the Fort Collins vacancy rate was still below 5 percent (which is considered a balanced market), at 4.1. Even with the ease in the vacancy rate, the prices remain high, with a median monthly rent amount of $1,337. Therefore, a one-income household would need to earn about $25 an hour to rent an apartment without spending more than 30 percent of its income on rent. The partnership with Neighbor to Neighbor recognizes the need for improved housing stability and economic health among staff in order to recruit and retain a vibrant and talented workforce. In addition, it has become increasingly clear that stable housing is fundamental to maintaining good health. The partnership aims to provide aid to employees, especially those on the lower-wage scale, who are struggling with the city’s expensive housing market. To see CSU step up and provide their employees with support in this challenging housing market is “terrific,” said Kelly Evans, Neighbor to Neighbor executive director. “I hope other large employers follow suit.” Mayer will be on hand to talk with faculty and staff at the Off-Campus Life housing fair being held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 in the Lory Student Center Main Ballroom.

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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.

Trash: Residents are not allowed to accumulate trash and discarded items. Trash containers must be stored out of view from the street.

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.

Snow: 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!

Nuisance Gathering Ordinance: 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 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.

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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 Neighborhood Services at the City of Fort Collins at (970) 224-6046.

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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 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: •

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U + 2 – this LAW means you can only live with two roommates who are not related to you -- not two roommates and their two partners, 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. Private bathrooms –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 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.

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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. 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. Parties, pets & smoking – If you want to host parties, own a dog, or smoke certain substances; 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. 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! 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.

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PROTECT YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT 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. WHEN YOU MOVE IN 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 check-in 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, check-in 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 pre-existing 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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- 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!

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, timeframe, 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 get-together using social media can lead to out-of-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 gathering, can be held accountable for the costs associated with these damages 24

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• 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: o Consume alcohol or marijuana in public. o Sell or transfer alcohol or marijuana to persons under the age of 21. o 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!

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

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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. 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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OFF CAMPUS ROOMATE CONFLICTS Conflicts with roommates are bound to happen. As students move into off-campus residences and increase the number of roommates they are living with, conflict may become more common and complex. Even those who start their living arrangement as best friends may find themselves feuding over bills, food, overnight guests, cleanliness, noise, parking, pets, house temperature, parties, or alcohol/drug use. While conflict can be challenging and uncomfortable, it can provide opportunities to develop creative and satisfying resolutions. Here are four tips to help you successfully navigate roommate conflict: Separate the person from the problem. No one likes to receive negative judgements about their character. Statements like “you’re messy” or “you need to be more considerate” can feel like personal attacks and result in defensiveness. Instead, try to make a factual observation about the problem, share how it affects you, and suggest a solution. For example: “The dishes you used have been in the sink for a few days now, which makes it hard for me to wash my own. Would you be able to put them away sometime this evening?” Be proactive. When you first move in together, talk with your roommate(s) about the behaviors they do and don’t appreciate, and develop a plan for how you’ll deal with conflicts when they arise. Set the intention to work towards solutions that are mutually acceptable for everyone involved, and be willing to recognize where you may have room for improvement.

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Speak up. Many people try to avoid conflict and confrontation by holding in their frustrations. Unfortunately, many problems don’t go away over time and, if unaddressed, may actually get worse. Know that you can advocate for what you need and be respectful to others at the same time. It is easier to do this when you’re calm, so address little problems before they become big ones. Avoid escalation. We recommend avoiding the following behaviors, as they tend to make conflicts worse: • Addressing frustrations via text or social media • Leaving passive aggressive notes • Getting others involved in the dispute • Raising your voice when you are expressing concerns/frustrations • Trying to resolve matters when you or the other person is really upset Conflict Resolution Services at the Student Resolution Center provides assistance to students navigating roommate conflicts and other types of disputes. You can have a one-on-one confidential meeting with staff to talk through things, brainstorm solutions, and prepare for difficult conversations. To set up an appointment with Conflict Resolution Services, call the Student Resolution Center at (970) 491-7165, request an appointment online at resolutioncenter.colostate.edu, or come visit the office (501 W. Lake St, Suite A, Aggie Village, Walnut Hall). Whatever the conflict, Conflict Resolution Services is here to help!

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STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES TIPS #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

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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. 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 test-run 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 http://www.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 30

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spaces to lock your bike during your classes. Use the city’s bike map to confirm your rental is near a bike route: http://www.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 Pace 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 https://ridepace.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: http://www.zipcar.com/universities/coloradostate-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: http://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 at CSU: pts.colostate.edu/ transportation-options/longboard-general/ •“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 transportation-related questions at Colorado State University, please contact Parking and Transportation Services at 970491-7600 or visit: http://pts.colostate.edu/

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 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 oncampus parking pass

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