Damage Billing at BSU

Damage Billing Policy

The resident will be responsible for the condition of the room assigned to him/her. Each room will be inspected by the College hall staff prior to occupancy, on a monthly basis, and also upon termination of occupancy. Any lack of cleanliness and/or damage/vandalism to or theft or loss of college property, including loss of keys issued to the resident, will be charged to the resident's account. Damage of common areas within the residence hall or apartments may be pro-rated among the residents of the hall or apartment or a specific area of the hall. An assessment for loss, based upon an itemized estimate of loss from damage/vandalism or theft, will be given to the resident within thirty (30) days of the expiration of the term of the residence hall occupancy agreement. Questions regarding one's bill may be directed to the Resident Director of the building. Formal appeals may be addressed in writing to the Office of Residence Life and Housing.
 

How Damage Billing Works

Billing occurs when damage, vandalism, or a lack of cleanliness occurs in the residence halls or apartment communities. This includes student rooms and common area spaces. Common area spaces include, but are not limited to: entryways, hallways, bathrooms, elevators, lounge spaces, stairwells, etc.

There are two types of damage billing:

• Individual billing: One or more specific individuals have been found responsible for damage in a student room or common area. The charges are assessed to the account (s) of responsible individuals.
• Community billing: No individuals can be found responsible for damages in a common area. Incurred damage costs are equally pro-rated among the residents of the floor/wing/building and assessed to students' accounts.

Further Questions?
View the complete Damage Billing Policy in the Student Handbook. See answers to frequently asked questions about damage billing here.