A04_Winnemucca_Station_Housing_Rules_and_Regulations.docx

Winnemucca Station Rules & Regulations for Tenants Welcome to the Winnemucca fire station quarters units. You have chosen to live in government provided housing in Winnemucca to benefit yourself as well as benefit the efficiency of operations at the Winnemucca station. Some responsibilities and expectations come along with this privilege to live in the provided housing. Again, this is a privilege and not a right to live here and this privilege can be revoked and/or disciplinary actions can occur should any rules be broken. The following are a combined list of rules, regulations, and expectations set forth for any employee who is staying in the quarters provided.

Rules & Regulations:

I. PROFESSIONALISM

1. The Fire Crew represents the Winnemucca District Fire & Aviation program. While employed on and off the clock. All personnel are to conduct themselves in a professional manner.

2. NOISE AND CONDUCT

a. Residents shall not make or allow any excessive noise in the unit nor permit any actions, by Resident’s guests, which will interfere with the rights comforts or conveniences of other persons.

II. CLEANLINESS AND TRASH

1. NO PETS ALLOWED

2. RESIDENTS SHALL KEEP THE UNIT CLEAN, SANITARY AND FREE FROM OBJECTIONABLE ODORS AT ALL TIMES.

3. SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN THE UNIT.

a. Residents shall ensure that papers, cigarette butts and trash are placed in appropriate receptacles so that litter is not created on or about Resident’s unit. Smoking inside the unit will be grounds for immediate eviction. Tenants found to be smoking can be charged extra cleaning fees.

NO EXCEPTIONS.

4. There will be NO cooking in units unless the unit contains a stove. If a unit provides a microwave, only microwave meals may be cooked.

5. Residents shall ensure that trash and other materials are not permitted to accumulate so as to cause a hazard or be in violation of any health, fire or safety ordinance or regulation.

6. (if applicable) Stairs and landings must be kept clean and free of all items.

7. Residents shall refrain from disposing of any combustible or hazardous material in trash containers.

III. LAUNDRY FACILITY (IF ONE IS PROVIDED)

1. Residents shall put all trash including lint from dryers in the proper trash receptacles.

2. All clothing must be removed immediately after washing and drying. Other tenants, if in a shared unit, are not responsible for items left in laundry facility.

IV. SAFETY AND SECURITY

1. Security is the responsibility of each Resident and each guest. Fire management, property owners or site managers assumes no responsibility or liability, unless otherwise provided by law, for residents’ and guests’ safety and security, or for injury or damage caused by criminal acts of other persons.

2. Residents are prohibited from drinking alcohol outside of the residence. If you are not 21 years of age or older, there should not be any alcohol consumption anywhere.

3. Residents shall refrain from using illegal drugs or the selling of illegal drugs in or around the premises. Drug use will be prosecuted as well as immediate dismissal from your job.

4. Residents should ensure that all doors are locked during Resident’s absence.

5. Prior to any planned absence from the unit, Resident shall give Owner authority to all entry to the unit to any person or provide Owner with the name of any person or entity permitted by Resident to enter the unit.

6. Residents shall refrain from using or storing gasoline cleaning solvent or other combustibles in the unit.

7. Residents shall refrain from using all types of barbecues on porches, balconies or patios adjacent to building if such use would constitute a fire hazard.

8. Guests not on the rental agreement may not stay at resident’s unit longer than two (2) consecutive days.

9. The posted speed limits in compounds and neighboring streets / communities will be strictly enforced. Persistent violations can result in eviction of the offender and vehicles. Further, violations may be reported to law enforcement.

10. The unit shall be provided with a smoke alarm / fire extinguisher. Tenants will NOT remove these items. If alarm or extinguishers become inoperable tenants will notify site manager or fire management staff immediately and necessary repairs or replacement will be performed.

11. Tenants are responsible for the behavior of their guests and may be evicted from the unit due to misconduct of guests.

V. MISCONDUCT

1. Misconduct is defined as intentional violations of rules and regulations and/or local laws and ordinances which substantially interfere with the orderly function of the facility. Misconduct involves one or more of the following:

a. DISTURBING THE PEACE

b. UNLAWFUL USE OR SALE OF DRUGS

c. THEFT

d. ARSON

e. DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY, AND/OR

f. VIOLENCE OR THREAT OF VIOLENCE AND HARASSMENT AGAINST THE SITE OPERATOR, OTHER RESIDENTS, EMPLOYEES, OR PERSONS LIVING AROUND THE SITE.

Any person experiencing or witnessing misconduct as defined this section are to FIRST report the incident to local law enforcement by dialing 911. SECOND report the incident to fire management who will notify the property manager by calling.

2. The employer of the resident involved in misconduct will be notified.

3. Individuals involved in misconduct will be evicted from the property immediately.

VI. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND ALTERATIONS

1. Resident shall advise Owner of any items requiring repair, such as dripping faucets or faulty light switches. Resident shall make repair requests as soon after the defect is noted as is practical.

2. Resident shall refrain from making any alterations or improvements to the unit without the consent of Owner. Resident shall refrain from using adhesives, glue or tape to affix pictures or decorations.

VII. PARKING

1. Resident shall only use their designated parking area and shall ensure that guests park only in designated guest parking areas if one is provided. Resident shall ensure that posted and designated fire zones or “No Parking” areas remain clear of vehicles at all times. Resident shall refrain from parking in unauthorized areas or in another resident’s designated parking space. (Vehicles parked in unauthorized areas may be towed away at the vehicle owner’s expense.)

2. Neither Property Owner nor the fire management staff are responsible for any damages to resident’s vehicles due to theft or vandalism.

3. Residents are prohibited from making any auto repairs in or around building premises. This includes street Parking area in or around building premises.

4. Residents are responsible for cleaning up any oil spills caused by leaks from their vehicle. Residents will also be responsible for the cost to clean up any damaged area caused by oil or any other fluids leaking from their automobile.

5. Resident’s vehicle(s) must fit within the designated parking space. Vehicles that block, hinder or prohibit the use of other parking areas or public are not allowed.

Fire Management Staff reserves the right to add additional rules and regulations or change established rules at any time.

Fire Management Staff reserves the right to conduct period room and housing checking; any deficiencies will be addressed and handled accordingly.

The undersigned Resident(s) acknowledge(s) having read and understood the foregoing. Upon request, tenant employee will be furnished a copy.