Housing - Marine Biological Laboratory

Pets
Pets are not allowed in any dormitory, apartment, or house. However, a limited
number of cottages have been designated as “pet” cottages. Pets are allowed in those
cottages with prior approval by the Housing Office. There is a $250 per pet security
deposit (limit two pets). Should pets damage the cottage or disturb neighbors, the occupants
may be asked to vacate the premises immediately and may jeopardize future
housing privileges. The presence of pets in “non pet” cottages will result in immediate
eviction. Additional charges per pet may be required.
Propping Outside Doors
The propping open of outside doors in any housing facility is strictly prohibited.
Room Decorations
Before decorating your room, please refrain from damaging the paint or plaster in the
walls, displaying anything that may be offensive to your roommate or any member of
the MBL community, or hanging cloth material from the ceiling or walls.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in any MBL housing facility. Smoking outside of the buildings
is permitted 50 feet away from any entry.
Storage
The MBL does not provide off-season storage. Storage is available at local storage
facilities. Personal items found in your room/suite/apartment/cottage/house after your
departure will be kept in Lost and Found for a period of 30 days.
Suspicious Activity
Please report any suspicious activity to x7911 during business hours, the night watch
staff at x7217 during evenings and weekends, and contact the local police department
(9-911).
Trash Removal
Dormitories/Apartments/Wood Houses: Trash is removed by the housekeeping staff
daily. Occupants are asked to place their trash in plastic bags and put it outside of their
rooms/apartments.
Cottages: Trash must be placed by the roadside by 7:00 AM on Mondays.
Weapons
The possession of weapons is strictly prohibited. The use of any material/instrument
as a weapon is strictly prohibited and will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Windows/Screens
Window screens may not be opened or removed at any time, nor should any materials
be hung or suspended on the outside of a window. Entering or exiting a building
through a window is strictly prohibited. During the cooler months it is recommended
that windows be shut and locked whenever leaving the room. Broken window panes
and screens should be reported to the Housing Office immediately.
17