Rules & Regulations

Rules & RegulationsResident Handbook

01Safety & Zero-Tolerance Items

1. No firearms, ammunition, explosives, or illegal weapons are permitted anywhere on the property, including vehicles parked on the property.
2. Violence, threats of violence, or intimidation toward any resident, staff member, or guest will result in immediate termination of occupancy.
3. Theft or intentional damage of property belonging to the home or another resident is grounds for immediate termination.
4. Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon-monoxide detectors may not be disabled, covered, or removed.
5. Candles, space heaters, hot plates, and other open-flame or high-heat devices are not permitted in bedrooms.

02Drugs, Alcohol & Tobacco

1. This is a drug-free and alcohol-free home. Possession, use, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or non-prescribed medication on the property is prohibited.
2. Residents may be asked to take a drug or alcohol test at any time. Refusing a test is treated as a positive result.
3. Smoking, vaping, and tobacco use are permitted only in the designated outdoor area. Discard all butts in the provided container.
4. Marijuana use is not permitted on the property, regardless of state law or medical card status.

03Respect & Conduct

1. Treat all residents, staff, neighbors, and guests with dignity and respect. Harassment, discrimination, or abusive language is not tolerated.
2. Resolve disagreements calmly. If a conflict cannot be resolved, bring it to the House Manager.
3. Do not enter another resident's room without their permission.
4. Residents are expected to attend the weekly house meeting unless excused in advance by the House Manager.
5. Any illegal activity on or off the property that affects the home may result in termination.

04Guests & Visitors

1. Visiting hours are 12:00 PM (noon) to 7:00 PM daily. Guests must be approved by the House Manager in advance.
2. Guests are limited to common areas and are not permitted in bedrooms.
3. Overnight guests are not permitted.
4. Residents are responsible for the behavior of their guests. Guests must follow all house rules.
5. Children under 18 must be supervised at all times by the resident they are visiting.

05Curfew & Quiet Hours

1. Curfew is 11:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 12:00 AM Friday and Saturday, unless a work schedule or other approved exception is on file.
2. Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Keep televisions, music, and phone calls at a low volume. Use headphones when possible.
3. Residents who will be away overnight must notify the House Manager in advance. An absence of more than 72 hours without notice may be treated as abandonment of the room.

06Cleanliness & Chores

1. Each resident is assigned weekly household chores. The chore schedule is posted in the common area.
2. Clean up immediately after using the kitchen. Wash, dry, and put away dishes. Do not leave food out.
3. Label personal food in the refrigerator. Do not take food that belongs to another resident.
4. Trash and recycling go out on the scheduled days. Bathrooms must be left clean after each use.
5. Laundry must be removed from machines promptly when the cycle ends.

07Bedrooms & Property

1. Keep your room clean, sanitary, and free of clutter. Room inspections may be conducted with 24 hours' notice, or without notice in an emergency.
2. Do not paint, nail, drill, or change locks. Report all maintenance problems promptly.
3. Pets are not permitted, except approved service or assistance animals.
4. The home is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property. Renter's insurance is encouraged.
5. Furniture and items provided by the home must stay in the home.

08Program Fees

1. Program fees are due on the 1st of each month as stated in the Residential Occupancy Agreement.
2. Fees not received by the 5th are considered late, and a late fee may apply as stated in the agreement.
3. Residents who expect difficulty paying should speak with the House Manager before the due date to discuss options.

09Medications

1. Prescription medication must be kept in its original labeled container and stored securely in your room.
2. Never share, sell, or give medication to another resident.

10Vehicles & Parking

1. Vehicles must be registered, insured, and approved by the House Manager. Park only in designated spaces.
2. Vehicle repairs and inoperable vehicles are not permitted on the property.

11Violations & Discipline

Except for zero-tolerance violations, which may result in immediate termination, violations are generally handled in steps:

1. Verbal warning, documented by the House Manager.
2. Written warning, signed by the resident.
3. Probation, with conditions set by management.
4. Termination of occupancy, as provided in the Residential Occupancy Agreement and applicable Maryland law.

Management may update these rules with written notice to residents. Reasonable accommodations are available for residents with disabilities upon request.

—Resident Acknowledgment