Living with Non-Student Neighbors

One aspect of moving off campus is living in a different type of environment than what you did when you lived in a residence hall on campus. You may have non-student neighbors and a lawn to mow. It’s important to be a good neighbor when living off campus.

• Recognize that you are a part of diverse neighborhood, including other students, families with young children, working professionals, and older neighbors.
• Get to know your neighbors. Share your contact information with them so they can contact you first to resolve any issues or concerns (before they call law enforcement or the University) and so they can keep an eye on your place when you may be away forbreaks.
• If you are living in a house, townhouse, or condo, work with your landlord to maintain your yard, mow your grass, shovel your sidewalks, and trim your shrubs/trees. Be aware of your pet’s effects on others – clean up after them and train them well. Also, know the garbage and recycling schedule for your residence.
• Show the same amount of respect to your neighbors and the neighborhood that you expect them to show you the night before a major exam.
• Identify and establish boundaries in the neighborhood, including with noise, furniture, parking, and garbage removal