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Rules and Regulations
UCD Residences rules and regulations are designed to contribute towards an enjoyable, safe, harmonious and peaceful living experience. Whilst the main set of rules and regulations are contained in the Residents License to Reside, additional rules can be found in each locations operations manual, in the welcome pack issued to each resident, and in our guide to Managing Breaches of the Rules.
The UCD Residence Administration is charged with the orderly and harmonious running of the Residences premises and complex. From time to time additional rules and regulations may be considered necessary by UCD Residences and shall be deemed to be a firm part of the Licence by posting a typed copy of same on a notice board at the reception office within the complex and such posting, or posting on the UCD Residences website, shall be deemed to constitute due and proper notice of same.
In addition to the UCD Residence Rules and Regulations, residents are expected to abide by and be bound by all policies published by the University relating to student conduct, health, safety, welfare or other occupational issues.
It should be noted that being a resident of UCD Residences offers no special protection against the law of the land. The University has been, and is, prepared to use the normal procedures of the law in the event of offences of a criminal or civil nature.
UCD Residences have a number of policies and procedures which are central to our operations. For futher information please follow the links below.
Guide to managing rule breaches
UCD Residences Policy on the Use of Monitoring Equipment
Managing Breaches of the Rules and Regulations
Breaches of the rules and regulations are managed by the administration of UCD Residences. Breaches may result in one or more of the following:
- On the spot remedy - Category 1 Breach
- Formal meeting with Residence Team Leader – Category 2 Breach
- Formal meeting with Manager of Residential Services (or nominee) – Category 3 Breach
There are a range of remedies that may be taken in the case of a breach. These include, amongst others, reprimands, fines, revocation of licence, and referral under University Student Code. For further information please see our Guide to Managing Rule Breaches included above.
Appeals Procedures
Where a fine has been imposed or a licence has been revoked the resident has a right to an appeals process. There is a choice of the following appeals processes. Only one can process can be followed and the decision of that process is final.
Appeal of Category 2 Fine:
- Appeal to Manager of Residential Services
This appeal must be made within 48 hours of the decision and be accompanied by the appropriate form (see link below)
The decision of the appeal body shall be final.
- Appeal to the Vice President for Students
This appeal must be made within 5 working days of the decision and be accompanied by the appropriate form (see link below) and the relevant fee (see form)
Residents can only choose one of the above options. The decision of the appeal body shall be final.
Appeal of Category 3 Fine or Revocation of Licence:
Where a fine has been imposed, or a licence has been revoked under a Category 3 process the Resident can avail only of an appeal to the Vice President for Students. This appeal must be made within 5 working days of the decision and be accompanied by the appropriate form (see link below) and the relevant fee (see form)
The decision of the appeal body shall be final
Where a fine has been imposed or a licence has been revoked the resident has a right to an appeals process. There is a choice of the following appeals processes. Only one can process can be followed and the decision of that process is final.
