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Fire Alarm Procedures

During ALL Fire Alarms, all students and guests MUST leave the building immediately. Students are not to re-enter the building until instructed to do so by Housing and Residence Life staff or the University Police Department. Students and guests refusing to vacate or returning before they are told to do so by a University Official are subject to disciplinary action and/or a fine from the police.

The Flats at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 Residents should evacuate and regroup across the parking lot from their building. Do not evacuate towards the lake or wood side unless other evacuation options are unsafe.

View Fire Exit Map*

Cleaning Standards

Residents are to have their apartments thoroughly cleaned in accordance with the established cleaning standards. If an apartment or room is not cleaned to the outlined standards, all residents of the room or apartment may be held equally responsible for the charges associated with the extra cleaning. Failure to thoroughly clean the room or apartment to the specified standards will result in a minimum of $50 cleaning fee for each area (i.e., kitchen area, living area, bath area).

Clean all common areas of your apartment. These areas must be cleaned by the time the FIRST resident in your apartment checks-out. These areas must remain clean throughout the check-out period. Otherwise, your check-out may be delayed and/or result in cleaning charges.

• Floors: The carpet (if applicable) in the bedrooms are to be thoroughly vacuumed. All hard flooring must be swept and free of dirt, dust, and debris.
• Bathroom Area: The shower or bathtub must be clean, with all mold, mildew, and hard water or soap scum stains removed. The tile walls are to be cleaned completely free of mildew, soap scum, and stains. The tiles are to be shiny with no residue remaining. The outer surface of the toilet bowl is to be cleaned, and the inside of the bowl is to be free from stains. The bathroom floor and baseboards are to be mopped and cleaned. The sink and counter of the vanity area are to be cleaned, with all hair, soap scum, and stains removed. The mirror is to be cleaned with glass cleaner and is not to be cloudy. The interior and exterior of the medicine cabinets are to be cleaned.
• Cleaning of Housing Furnishings (if applicable): The living room furniture, bedroom furniture, and the tops and insides of the drawers are to be cleaned so that all dirt and/or dust is removed.
• Cleaning of Walls, Windowsm and Door Surfaces: The baseboards in all rooms are to be cleaned. Walls in all rooms are to be cleaned to remove any tape, dirt, and/or marks. Spider webs are to be removed from the ceiling areas. Living room and bedroom blinds, windows, and windowsills are to be cleaned. Both sides of the front and back doors must be cleaned of all tape, residue, chalk, mildew, or other marks.
• Removal of Trash and Garbage: All trash, personal belongings, and garbage must be removed from the apartment. The patio or balcony area outside of the living room needs to be swept, free from personal items, and the railings are to be cleaned. Personal items (including furniture) left behind will be subject to a removal fee.
  Kitchen Area The oven must be cleaned of all residues. The stovetop, including burners, must be cleaned. The sink and counter tops need to be cleaned. The floor must be swept and scrubbed to remove all spills and stains. The doors and shelves of the upper and lower cabinets must be wiped down. The pantry must be emptied and cleaned. The inside and outside of the refrigerator must be cleaned thoroughly and emptied of all food contents. The refrigerator drawers must be emptied and cleaned. The dishwasher must be cleaned thoroughly. Mildew around the door gaskets is to be removed.
• Kitchen Area: The oven must be cleaned of all residues. The stovetop, including burners, must be cleaned. The sink and counter tops need to be cleaned. The floor must be swept and scrubbed to remove all spills and stains. The doors and shelves of the upper and lower cabinets must be wiped down. The pantry must be emptied and cleaned. The inside and outside of the refrigerator must be cleaned thoroughly and emptied of all food contents. The refrigerator drawers must be emptied and cleaned. The dishwasher must be cleaned thoroughly. Mildew around the door gaskets is to be removed.
• Laundry Room: The washer must be wiped clean of any detergent residue. The lint vent of the dryer must be emptied and cleaned. The room should be free of lint, dryer sheets, and any personal belongings or other items.

*Persons with disabilities can request assistance reading the fire exit maps by contacting the Department of Housing and Residence Life at housing@unf.edu or by phone at 904 620-4663. 

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Online Pet Authorization Information

The Department of Housing and Residence Life considers pet ownership a serious responsibility for residents. With prior authorization, documentation and payment of the appropriate fees, The Flats at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 does allow residents to have a dog or cat reside with them in their assigned room with roommate consent. Residents that choose to seek authorization for a pet will have the burden of responsibility to identify roommates that are willing to reside in a pet friendly apartment.

Pets that are not properly registered, controlled, or cared for can create health and safety concerns within their place of residence, as well as within the greater community. Residents found with an unauthorized pet on property may be fined $10 per day and/or be assessed the pet rent and non-refundable pet fee. Visiting pets are NOT permitted for any length of time without prior approval Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 Housing and Residence Life.

***Please note: Housing and Residence Life reserves the right to limit the number, type, breed and/or size of ANY dog or cat that is authorized to reside within The Flats at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 community. In addition to the pet fees associated with having an authorized pet, residents are solely responsible for any damages, flea treatments, deodorizing, and/or shampooing necessary as result of their dog/cat.***

• No pets other than a dog or cat will be considered
• No pet may exceed 35 lbs. when fully grown
• Aggressive breeds are not permitted. Aggressive breeds are defined as any mixture of the following: Pit Bulls, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepard and Chow Chow.
• Only ONE pet will be authorized per resident
• Residents will be responsible for payment of the following fees:
  • One-time, non-refundable Pet Fee of $400.00
  • One-time, non-refundable Pet DNA fee of $50.00 (dogs only)
  • $15.00/month added to room rent as a Pet Rent

The pet authorization form for the 2024-2025 academic year can be found below. Once you have completed the form and collected all the documents needed for the authorization, please email the form and all documents to housing@unf.edu from your Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 email. The pet authorization application (with accompanying requirements) must be completed each contract year.

Please note: The Pet Information Packet and Authorization Request form is not for Service Animals/Emotional Support Animals (ESA) requests. Per Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 Policy for Service, Assistance, and Other Animals on Campus, students must register with Student Accessibility Services and the main Housing and Residence Life office 30 days before the animal is brought to University housing. Please see the University Policy (/regulations-policies/06-adminfinance/6-0210R.html) and housing webpage (/housing/resources/ESA.html) for more information about Service Animals/Emotional Support Animals.

Download the Flats at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 Pet Packet and Authorization Request

Option for Vet Statement of Health Form

You will need these items to complete the pet application:

1. Letter from certified veterinary providing specific statement of animal’s current state of health. All animals need to be immunized against rabies and other diseases common to that type of animal. This statement of health must not be older than 30 days.
   • All statements of health for cats must show that the cat is up to date on rabies, feline distemper (panleukopenia), calicivirus, and feline herpes virus (feline viral rhinotracheitis). The statement of health must provide the date when these immunizations will be out of date.
   • All statements of health for dogs must show the dog is up to date on rabies, canine distemper, parvovirus, and adenovirus (canine hepatitis). The statement of health must provide the date when these immunizations will be out of date.
2. Copy of City of Jacksonville License/Registration including license number. ()
3. Current pet photograph in color.
4. You are required to have your roommates email the Department of Housing and Residence Life, stating they are okay with having your pet in the apartment. This email must be sent from your roommates’ Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023 email to housing@unf.edu.

For inquires about the process for Service Animals or Emotional Support Animals, please email housing@unf.edu. 

Jesse Jones

Residence Life Coordinator

The Flats at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û2023

Email Jesse

Jesse Jones was born here in Jacksonville, FL and raised in East Chicago, Indiana. He received a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and Policy from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. Some of his previous experiences include working for the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), and Edward Waters University (Florida's first and oldest HBCU). He loves to travel and he loves food! Some places he has traveled to include: Mexico, Guatemala, Rwanda, Africa and Jamaica. His favorite food is seafood. He is looking forward to connecting with and supporting students here on campus.