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Policy Information

• ���˴�ƬHRL Live-in Staff Pet Policy

  The Department of Housing and Residence Life allows full-time, live-in professional staff members (Assistant Directors and Residence Life Coordinators) and live-in graduate-level staff members (Assistant Residence Life Coordinators) to own pet(s) in their assigned apartment with appropriate approval. The Director of Residence Life will send approval in writing (via email) to staff.  Animals are not permitted into the apartment prior to receiving approval.
  
  Staff members must comply with the University’s Service, Assistance and Other Animals on Campus Regulation, 6.0210R

  Allowable Pets

  • Staff members are permitted to have up to TWO (2) approved animals, in any combination of species. Approved Pet species are outlined below.
  • Fish are also permitted but do not have to be approved in advance and do not count toward the allotment of up to TWO (2) approved animals.

   

  Approved Pets	Guidelines/Restrictions
  Fish (non- aggressive)	All types permitted by local, state, and federal law Must be in aquarium of 10 gallons or less Only 1 aquarium permitted per apartment No limit to the number of fish
  Rodent Species	Hamsters, gerbils, rats, guinea pigs, and other domesticated rodents permitted All rodents must be caged at all times
  Birds	Standard, domesticated birds such as canaries, parakeets, cockatiels, cockatoos, and parrots permitted All birds must be caged at all times
  Cats	Must be spayed or neutered at appropriate age Up-to-date vaccinations and heartworm treatment required at all times Ongoing flea/tick control required Proof of insurance including bite/scratch coverage required (details below) Copy of veterinarian report (not older than 12 months) on file, including current weight Individual animals must not exceed 50 lbs. when fully grown City of Jacksonville pet license required
  Dogs	Must be spayed or neutered at appropriate age Up-to-date vaccinations and heartworm treatment required at all times Ongoing flea/tick control required Proof of insurance including bite/scratch coverage required (details below) Copy of veterinarian report (not older than 12 months) on file, including current weight Individual animals must not exceed 50 lbs. when fully grown City of Jacksonville pet license required

   

  The following dog breeds, and any mixes having the following breeds, are not permitted:

  • Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bully, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or other “Bully Breeds”
  • Chow Chows
  • Siberian Huskies
  • Wolf-hybrids
  • Great Danes
  • Akitas
  • Rottweilers
  • German Shepards
  • Belgian Malinois
  • Alaskan Malamutes
  • Presa Canario Bulldogs
  • Boxers
  • Doberman Pinchers, including Miniature Pinchers
  • Any other dog, regardless of breed, known to have aggressive tendencies or that has displayed aggressive behavior*

  *We use the reasonable person standard; if a reasonable person would assume the animal breed or mix includes any of these prohibited breeds, the animal is not permitted

   

  The following types of animals are not permitted:

  • Ferrets
  • Hedgehogs
  • Sugar gliders
  • Exotic or wild animals (e.g., raccoons, skunks, foxes)
  • Insects, arachnids (e.g., tarantulas, scorpions)
  • Farm animals or livestock (e.g., chickens, pigs, goats)
  • Any animal prohibited by local, state, or federal law
  • Any other breed or animal beyond the approved animal list above

  **For any animals that are service or emotional support animals, the University’s regulation governs the interactive dialogue and approval process, notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this guidance.
• ���˴�ƬLive-In Occupants
  • The Department of Housing and Residence Life allows full-time, live-in professional staff members (Assistant Directors and Residence Life Coordinators) and live-in graduate-level staff members (Assistant Residence Life Coordinators) to have one partner/another occupant live with them. *We recognize staff may have dependents under the age of 18 as well. Please see the second bullet point for information on minor dependents.
    • The partner/other occupant must undergo a criminal history background check which may impact their ability to live with staff in the apartment.
    • The partner/other occupant must follow ���˴�Ƭpolicies and guidelines for use of amenities such as internet, cable, recreational areas, etc.
    • The partner/other occupant, as well as dependent(s), are expected to behave in a manner appropriate for Housing and Residence Life and the ���˴�Ƭ communities.
  • The Department of Housing and Residence Life allows full-time, live-in professional staff members (Assistant Directors and Residence Life Coordinators) and live-in graduate-level staff members (Assistant Residence Life Coordinators) to have dependents under the age of 18 live with them.
    • The employee would be required to submit a document that lists the employee as the parent or legal guardian of the dependent. Examples include:
      • Birth certificate
      • Adoption decree
      • Divorce or custody decree
      • A court order
    • The dependent must follow ���˴�Ƭpolicies and guidelines for use of amenities such as internet, cable, recreational areas, etc.
    • The partner/other occupant, as well as dependent(s), are expected to behave in a manner appropriate for Housing and Residence Life and the ���˴�Ƭ communities.

  Additional occupant(s) must agree to the following criteria:
  

  • An agreement needs to be on file at least two weeks prior to the additional occupancy taking occupancy.
  • Home-based businesses may not be run through the use of the University internet line or on University property.
  • At no time may the live-in professional staff member charge rent or sublease any part of their assigned apartment.

• Basic Overview

  Weather, Climate, Brief History

  • Coastal city along the Atlantic Ocean in Northeast Florida
    • French and Spanish influences
    • Hot humid summers, warm dry winters
    • Beautiful sunsets
  • Proximity to other cities and attractions
    • Disney (Orlando), Savannah, St. Augustine, Busch Gardens (Tampa)

   

  

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  • We are home to 22 miles of beaches, 40 miles of the Intracoastal Waterway, 50 public boat ramps, and the longest stretch of the St. Johns River in the state of Florida.

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  • 46,000 acre Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve
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