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If you have a question about the Village or student family life and can't find the answer elsewhere, check here. If you still do not find the answer to your question, send us an email. We will research the answer and post it on this page. Quick Index
See also http://www.housing.berkeley.edu/livingatcal/stufam_faq.html for more FAQs. Where can I go shopping around here?
Go to the California Division of Motor Vehicles, located at 6400 Manila Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530. The phone number is: 800-777-0133. You can find more information at their website: www.california.dmv.org I would like to get a job. Do you have any advice? Try some of the job banks posted on the Berkeley Career Center website. There is also good advice about networking, career exploration, and graduate school. Do I have to be accepted to UC Berkeley before applying to be on the waiting list for the Village? No, and we strongly recommend that you apply as soon as possible! You can apply by downloading an application, completing it, and mailing or faxing (510) 643-7126 to the Housing and Dining Office. If you have problems downloading, please contact the Apartment Assignments at (510) 642-4109 or if you're in the area, visit our office at Residential and Student Services, 2610 Channing Way, Berkeley. You can apply for housing 2 years in advance of being officially admitted. More information at: http://www.housing.berkeley.edu/livingatcal/stufam_faq.html What if I suspect someone is breaking into my apartment or my neighbor's apartment? If you see someone or hear something, do not hesitate to call the police right away. Call UC Police at (510) 642-3333 from a cell phone or 911 from a land line. Be very calm with them and give specific information about what is going on and what it is that you need. YOU are the first step to prevention! If you are are hesitant to call, or do not know if the situation warrants it, call the RA on duty at (510) 224-8298. What if someone is parked in my parking spot? Leave a note on the car, if you feel comfortable to do so. Call the RA on duty as well to report it. The RA can go and see if the car belongs to a resident and contact them to ask them to remove the car. If that does not work, you have a right to call the UC police and report a parking violation at the non-emergency line: 510-642-6760. I have a noise complaint about my neighbor. What should I do? Document the incidents, including details as to day, time, and level of noises. Also, contact the RA on duty at 510-224-8298. This is a very important step because it can prevent noise complaints from consuming your life and becoming a very big deal. Often, neighbors do not even know the level of noise that they are making. Also, you can try to talk to your neighbor as well. When are the quiet hours? The quiet hours are from 10pm-8am daily. However, the Village has 24-hour coutesy hours. This means that we are are educational as well as family community and it is important honour that everyone has different schedules for studying, eating, kids taking naps, etc. What should I do if I am locked out of my apartment? See the instructions for lockouts. Can I have pets in the Village? Only caged pets and medically necessary and approved animals are allowed. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Can I use a washer, dryer or dishwasher in my apartment? No, these appliances are not allowed in the Village. You are responsible for any damages that ensue from having any of appliances. How can I apply for a plot in the Community Garden? Contact the Garden Representative to get on the waiting list for a plot. Can I use a propane grill in the Village? No, propane grills are not allowed in the Village. Any characol grill you use needs to be away from your building. Where do I park my second car? You may NOT park in other residents' parking spots or guest spots. You must park on the street either on Jackson Street by Ocean View Elementary or on Monroe Street. People who do not follow the parking rules will get ticketed or towed. What is the smoking policy in the Village? You can not smoke within 25 feet of an entrance, exit, operable window, or designated children's play area. This restriction includes smoking on balconies, entrance steps, wooden stages, entrance landings, decks, porches, interior stairwells, fire escapes and entrance access ramps, unless the area is specifically designated as a smoking area. Also as a courtesy, please be aware of any kids or other people around you when you are smoking. How can I reserve the Crossroads Room? Go to the Village Office during office hours and fill out a request form. For more information, see the Crossroads Room page. May I sublease my apartment? You may sublease ONLY if approved first. Contact the Housing Assignment Office for details at (510) 642-4109 Where are the study rooms? There are two study rooms in the Village: Building #153 Apartment #105 Building #160 Apartment #105 It may be helpful to consult a map of the Village when looking for them for the first time. Home | UC Berkeley | RSSP | OSD | Family Housing | Disclaimer | Contact Us University Village is a unit of the Office of Student Development
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