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16 The Washington Center • Code of Conduct Spring 2025 parked in the designated area, or not parked correctly (e.g., parked in a reserved spot, blocking another space) are subject to towing at the vehicle owner's expense. • All parking fees are non-refundable. If a resident with parking access is removed from TWC housing due to a conduct violation or other behavioral issue, including removal from internship, parking access will also be removed. • The Washington Center assumes no liability for damage, tickets, or towing that may occur to vehicles, including bicycles or mopeds/scooters. Residents granted parking must return parking decals/hangtags, garage openers/fobs, and garage passes to building management at check-out. Any parking decals/hangtags/garage openers/fobs not returned upon departure will result in a fine added to the participant's account. • Additionally, any damage to parking spaces or garage due to a participant's automobile will be charged to the individual assigned to that space. This includes but is not limited to oil spills/leaks, fuel spills/leaks, damages to columns or walls, etc. Repairs or maintenance work on vehicles cannot be conducted in housing facilities parking or garage spaces; vehicles must be taken offsite for such maintenance. • Bicycles must be parked in spaces specifically designed for this purpose. A bicycle parking area is indicated by the presence of bicycle racks. • TWC is not responsible for any items stored in the garage or any lost/stolen/damaged items in the garage. This includes bicycles that are parked using TWC's bike racks, located in the garage. Pets: No pets of any kind are allowed in TWC housing facilities. Postings and Decorations: The hanging of banners, flags, posters, signs, clothing, white boards, etc., from windows, balconies, patio doors, the front door of the apartment, or in hallways is strictly prohibited. Signs, flyers, posters or other announcements are not permitted to be posted in any public area, including but not limited to elevators, hallways, exterior walls/fences of the building, and the front desk. • Painting of individual apartments is strictly prohibited. Stickers, putty, or nails should not be used on furniture, walls or other locations that would leave a residue or damage to TWC property. Residents should use care when hanging and taking down artwork, posters or other items in individual rooms, as any damage that occurs will result in charges to cover any repair needs. Prohibited Items: Due to their extremely hazardous nature the following items are prohibited from possession and/or use in TWC apartments: halogen lamps, gas or charcoal grills, oil lamps, incense, candles, space heaters or any other appliances with an exposed heating element, except for TWC-provided toasters. No exceptions of any kind can be made to this policy, including for religious observances. Residents may not grill on balconies, back patio or the top parking lot. Property Management Policy Enforcement: Management officials of TWC-affiliated residential facilities reserve the right to set and enforce policies specific to the housing facilities and grounds. Certain violations are subject to referral to law enforcement authorities. Public spaces, which include but are not limited to lobbies, hallways, stairwells, elevators, fitness centers, courtyards, pools, patios, and rooftop decks are subject to the rules and regulations of the housing facility. Residents are responsible for knowing and understanding the specific policies and regulations of their specific housing facility. Residents are also responsible for ensuring their guests abide by the same policies and regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations will be considered a direct violation of TWC policies. Additionally, public spaces that are vandalized or damaged will result in common area charges being assessed to all residents in that residential facility. If the liable individual(s) is identified, said individual(s) will be charged accordingly. Restricted Areas: Unauthorized presence in any area marked as or known to be restricted by building management is strictly prohibited. Room Assignments and Room Swap: Residents assigned to TWC housing are not permitted to move into another TWC apartment without prior written approval from the Director of Housing and Community Life (or designee). Room changes are not permitted without undergoing alternative methods of resolution with TWC Staff.

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