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Introduction
Housing Agreement for North Park Theological Seminary Students
Housing Agreement for North Park University Undergraduate Students
Housing
Agreement for Tenants with an External Lease
Security and Protection
Furnishings
Building Facilities
Apartment Assistance
The policies and procedures described here have been established
throughout the years to provide clear communication between students
living in North Park Theological Seminary (NPTS) housing and the
administration of
NPTS. The Office of NPTS Student Services and the Seminary Housing
Coordinator (SHC) currently oversee seminary housing.
On campus housing at NPTS represents a major facet of community
life. Over the years, the institution has expanded its commitment to creating
attractive, livable space for students and their families. All NPTS apartments
are within a short walk of the campus.
Applications for housing will be sent following acceptance to NPTS.
Incoming students have the opportunity to indicate specific requests for
apartments on the housing application. Assignments are made in consideration
of when the housing application is received, size of family, date of arrival,
furnished and unfurnished requests, and availability. Every effort will
be made to accommodate these requests when assignments are made.
NPTS housing is provided under the umbrella of North Park University.
North Park University designates specific apartments as NPTS housing.
Periodically, a review of allocated apartments is performed
to balance the housing needs of North Park University undergraduate
students and NPTS students. NPTS housing is first and foremost
made available to
degree-seeking NPTS students. After meeting the needs of NPTS students,
apartments may be re-allocated for usage among the North Park University
undergraduate student population. On rare occasion, available apartments
may be utilized for other purposes only after approval by the SHC,
the NPTS dean of students and community life, and the North Park
University Executive Vice president.
Period of Occupancy
1. Typically, apartments are available for occupancy by students
starting August 1, although this guideline is flexible. New rental rates
go into effect on August 1 of each year.
2. Students gone for at least one month in the summer, but returning
in the fall, may keep their apartments intact and hold them by paying half
the monthly rate if their apartment remains empty for the period of time
they are away. If you choose to sublease your apartment, see protocol for
sublease (Number 4 below). Exceptions to this policy are students gone for
a 6- to 11-week CPE outside Chicago for the summer or those doing a summer
MACE internship. These students may keep their apartments intact and will
pay no rent for the duration of this required absence.
3. Students who have completed their studies at NPTS should plan
to leave student housing no later than June 30 of the year in which
they graduate. Students who are not enrolled in classes at NPTS
may remain in
student housing only by means of a petition approved by the dean
of students and community life.
4. Students may sublease apartments during their absence with permission
from the SHC. Students' names will remain on the billing notice, and they
will be responsible for the full rental. The subleasee should reimburse
the student for their use of the apartment. The institution will not assist
in moving furniture in or out to accommodate subleasees.
Application and Assignment
1. Applications for on-campus housing are made to the SHC. In order
for housing to be assigned, a completed application form, a signed
housing agreement form, and a $50 non-refundable deposit must be received
by the
SHC. The $50 non-refundable deposit will be applied toward the
$250 damage/cleaning deposit. Assignments for fall are made during the early
summer.
2. Students are informed of their housing assignment in writing
by letter. The letter informs the student of their housing assignment and
notification that the remainder of the damage/cleaning deposit of $250 is
due prior to the student's arrival. See Deposits and Other Costs for more
details about the deposit.
3. NPTS/North Park University reserves the right to reassign housing
in the interest of providing adequate housing for all students.
Every effort is made, however, to avoid moving students who have
not requested a change.
The North Park University Physical Plant will assist students required
to move by NPTS/North Park University.
Terms of Housing Agreement
1. All housing assignments commit the student to rental payments
for the period they occupy the apartment. Rent is calculated to the date
that the student moves into and out of the apartment.
2. Bills are sent out on the first of each month and are payable
at the North Park University Student Accounts Office on the third floor
of Old Main. NPTS/ North Park University retains the right to evict those
students who fail to pay on a regular basis or who fail to make arrangements
for payment with the North Park University Student Accounts Office.
3. North Park University retains the right to inspect apartments
for the purpose of periodic evaluation of their condition. Notice of at
least three days will be given before inspection takes place.
4. No pets are permitted in NPTS housing.
5. All NPTS housing is considered a "no smoking" area. Smoking
is not allowed in the apartments or the hallways or porches of
the apartment buildings.
6. Prior to 9:00 p.m., noise must be controlled at a level deemed
reasonable by your neighbors. Repeated violations are grounds for
eviction at the sole discretion of the NPTS dean of students and
community life.
After 9:00 p.m., there is a strict "no-noise" policy in all NPTS
apartments.
7. Violations of any of the policies outlined in the "Housing Guidelines" section
or a failure to pay rent will jeopardize the opportunity to remain
in NPTS housing. A student may be evicted at the sole discretion
of the NPTS dean
of students and community life who may consult with the president
and dean of NPTS.
8. All complaints and appeals regarding housing procedures and
decisions should be directed only to the NPTS dean of students
and community life.
Deposits and Other Costs
1. A damage/cleaning deposit of $250 is required to secure your
assigned housing. This amount includes the $50 non-refundable deposit submitted
with your housing application. Should the applicant decide not to rent an
apartment after the full deposit has been paid, the $50 non-refundable deposit
will be deducted from the refunded amount.
2. The $250 damage/cleaning deposit is refundable only after the
final inspection of the apartment has been completed to assess
damage/cleaning costs. A final inspection will take place following evacuation
from the
apartment. The assessed damage/cleaning costs will be deducted
from the $250 damage/cleaning deposit with the remainder, if any, refunded.
3. Rent charges include electricity, gas, and heat.
4. All telephone charges, including installation, monthly use,
and long distance service, are the responsibility of the student.
5. There is a $10 charge for any lost key or additional key.
6. When students vacate their apartment, they must also remove
their belongings in the basement storage area. $75 will be deducted from
the damage/cleaning deposit for the removal of remaining basement storage
items.
Move Out Procedures
1. Students must turn in a check-out sheet (available from the
SHC) with their keys to North Park University Physical Plant when they leave
the apartment. The check-out sheet outlines the standards on which the decision
about returning the deposit is based. Failure to follow the check-out procedure
will result in the delay of the re-payment of the damage/cleaning deposit.
2. When students vacate their apartment, they must also remove
their belongings in the basement storage area. $75 will be deducted from
the damage/cleaning deposit for the removal of remaining basement storage
items
3. In the event that a student moves from one NPTS housing unit
to another, the "old" unit will be assessed for damage and cleaning
by North Park University Physical Plant. Assessed damages will
be charged to the student's regular account. The return of the damage/cleaning
deposit
only applies when the student moves out of NPTS housing.Housing
Agreement for North Park University Undergraduate Students
All housing for North Park University undergraduate students is
on an "as available" basis. Some years there will be no apartments
available for North Park University undergraduate students.
North Park University undergraduate students living in NPTS housing are subject to the above stated rental agreements for NPTS students
with the following exceptions:
1. Sub-leasing will not be allowed.
2. Dates of occupancy will be the normal North Park University
undergraduate occupancy dates for the appropriate academic year.
3. North Park University undergraduate students may not maintain
occupancy during the summer and will need to re-apply for NPTS housing on
a yearly basis.
4. North Park University undergraduate students living in NPTS
Housing will be expected to comply with NPTS
Housing Guidelines as well
as with North Park University Student Handbook policies regarding conduct.
5. A student may be evicted at the sole discretion of the NPTS
dean of students and community life who may consult with the North
Park University dean of students. All requests for North Park University
undergraduate
students desiring NPTS housing are handled through the North Park
University Undergraduate Housing Office. The North Park University
Undergraduate Housing
Office, while consulting with the SHC, makes the housing assignments.
On rare occasion, available apartments may be utilized for other
purposes only after the SHC, the NPTS dean of students and community
life, and the North Park University executive vice president give
approval. All
housing utilized for this purpose is on an "as available" basis.
Non-NPTS students and non-North Park University students will
be expected to comply with all Housing Guidelines as stated for
NPTS students and North Park University undergraduate students as stated
within this document.
The SHC, NPTS dean of students and community life, and North Park
University executive vice president must approve any exceptions
to these guidelines.
North Park University Campus Security patrols campus 24 hours a
day. For non-emergencies call 244-5780. In the event of an emergency,
call the North Park University campus emergency number at 244-5600 or the
North
Park University campus desk at 244-6200 and push "0" for the operator.
In addition, do not hesitate to call 911 for emergency police,
fire, or ambulance service.
NPTS apartments may be requested with or without furniture. A limited
amount of furniture for furnished apartments is available for single students
and married couples without children. Unfurnished apartments are equipped
with a gas stove/oven, refrigerator, and a shade for every window in the
apartment. Coin-operated washers and dryers are provided in the basement
of each apartment building. Due to the lack of space, students living in
NPTS apartments may not bring their own washers or dryers.
In addition to the items listed above, furnished apartments are
equipped with a kitchen table and chairs; a couch, armchair and end table
for the living room; and a desk, chair, twin bed and dresser for the bedroom
(married couples will receive appropriate additional furnishing). Students
should plan to supply their own linens and any additional furnishings desired,
such as: lamps, wastebaskets, curtains, electronic equipment (TV, stereo),
microwave oven.
Much of the furniture supplied for furnished apartments has been
used for a number of years. These items are gradually being replaced, funded
by fees paid for furnished apartments. Monthly furniture rental fees are
$25 for singles, or $50 for a married couple without children, in addition
to the rent for the apartment itself. No NPTS/North Park University school-owned
furniture may be moved from one apartment to another without permission
of the SHC. The removal of furniture may result in loss of deposit.
Pictures should be hung using hooks that have nails at a 45-degree
angle. Towel racks, shelves, etc. may be added only with the permission
of the North Park University Physical Plant and the SHC.
Apartment Basement Storage
Most NPTS apartments have a designated basement storage space.
North Park University Physical Plant staff may remove any items stored outside
this space. When students vacate their apartment, they must also vacate
this space, or relinquish their claim on items that remain. $75 will be
deducted from the damage/cleaning deposit for the removal of remaining items.
Heating
Most NPTS apartments are heated by steam heat. By city ordinance,
North Park University /NPTS is required to turn the heat on no later than
October 15 of each year. The heat is usually turned off on May 15. Chicago
weather, however, does not always cooperate with these set policies. Residents
will find at times that they may want the heat on when it is off or off
when it is on. This is unavoidable and to be expected; residents can regulate
their apartment's temperature by opening or closing the radiator valves,
bundling up, or opening windows to compensate for our erratic climate. Another
idiosyncrasy of steam heat is the noise generated as the steam/water moves
through the pipes. In some apartments, this is quite loud at times and can
be startling.
Electrical Systems
Many of the NPTS/NORTH PARK UNIVERSITY's apartments were built
when there were fewer household appliances in use. The electrical
wiring, therefore, is not meant for the modern usage. Be careful with microwaves,
toasters, computers, televisions, hair dryers, etc., and how much
current
is being used at any one time. If the power breaks a circuit, there
is a circuit breaker in the basement; residents should flip the appropriate
switch
and then try to identify what went over the "limit." Light bulbs
in ceiling fixtures should not exceed 120 total watts (i.e., 2-60
watt bulbs). Higher wattage bulbs will burn out more quickly.
Miscellaneous
To avoid problems with 4- or 8-legged pests, be sure to put trash
in closed plastic bags before taking it to the dumpster. Dumpsters and recycling
bins are near each apartment and serviced regularly. As a courtesy to other
residents, do not leave garbage or recyclables out in the open, but place
them in the appropriate bins.
Structural changes are not to be made in NPTS apartments. NPTS
apartments can be painted with the approval of the SHC, following procedures
available from the SHC.
When something in the apartment needs repair, it is important that
it be dealt with as quickly as possible. When tenants notice anything
that needs maintenance attention, they should call the SHC voice
mail at (773)
244-4898 and leave a message. The SHC will check the messages each
weekday; all requests will be passed on to the North Park University
Physical Plant
no later than the following business day. If the request is a maintenance
emergency, tenants may call the SHC at home (call the extension
above; the message on the voice mail will give the SHC's home number).
If they cannot
reach the SHC at home, they may then call the North Park University
campus center desk at 244-6200. Whatever the maintenance request,
we encourage residents not to delay in reporting it. It should be called
in
before the
situation worsens.
When employees of North Park University’s Physical Plant come to a
resident's apartment, they are never to arrive before 10:30 in the morning,
unless prior arrangements are made with the resident, and they will knock
two times before entering. Once they open the door, they will call out "Physical
Plant" before entering the apartment. They will be wearing tan and
brown uniforms (custodial personnel will be wearing blue). Should
North Park University Physical Plant personnel stop by when a resident is
not
in the apartment, they will leave a card saying why they were there.
Requests for repairs or servicing of the washers or dryers located
in NPTS apartments are to be phoned in directly to the owner and operator
of the machines by those who discover the problem. The telephone number
for repairs is listed on the washer or dryer. Once a problem is discovered,
residents should place a sign on the machine instructing others not to use
it.
If a resident is locked out of their apartment, they may call either
the Seminary housing coordinator or North Park University Campus
Security.
For further information about on-campus housing, please contact
the Seminary housing coordinator at (773) 244-4898.
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