RentalSearch Terms and Conditions
READ THIS PAGE COMPLETELY. ITS EFFECT IS TO RELEASE COLORADO STATE
UNIVERSITY, ITS GOVERNING BOARD, AND THE STATE OF COLORADO FROM ANY
LIABILITY RESULTING FROM YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE HOUSING INFORMATION AND
REFERRAL SERVICE DATABASE, AND TO WAIVE ALL CLAIMS FOR DAMAGES OR LOSSES
AGAINST THE UNIVERSITY WHICH MAY ARISE FROM SUCH ACTIVITIES EVEN IF THEY
RESULT FROM NEGLIGENCE.
In consideration for the voluntary use of the Off-Campus Life
RentalSearch Service, and promising to take due care during
such use, user (including user's heirs, assigns, and estate) agrees to save
and hold harmless Colorado State University ("CSU"); Off-Campus Life
("OCL"); CSU's Service Provider, Rent College Pads, Inc., CSU employees,
agents, and volunteers; CSU's Governing Board; and the State of Colorado
from any and all liability, claims, losses, demands, actions, debts and
attorney's fees arising out of or related to this service, claimed on
account of, or in any manner predicted upon such use, including but not
limited to loss or damage to the property of, injuries to, and/or death of
user, which may or may not occur in connection to the performance or
non-performance of any contract or conditions created thereby; or based upon
any violation of any statute, ordinance, or regulation by user or by a third
party against the interests of user. User understands that he or she is
solely responsible for any costs arising out of any injury or damage that
user may sustain through user's participation in normal or unusual acts
associated with use of the Housing Information and Service database,
regardless of whose fault may be the cause of user's injuries or damages,
EVEN IF CAUSED BY CARELESSNESS OR NEGLIGENCE, so long as the conduct which
caused the injuries or damages was not grossly negligent, or willful and
wanton.
User acknowledges and agrees that the inclusion in the RentalSearch
Service of any available property or unit for rent or
"roommate(s) needed" does not in any way constitute a warranty, endorsement,
or representation as to the quality, safety, security or other features and
characteristics of such property, its tenants, neighbors and/or its owner(s)
or management agent(s). User understands and agrees that CSU, CSU's
employees/agents/volunteers, OCL, CSU's Governing Board, and the State of
Colorado disclaim any and all liability or responsibility for problems which
may arise or losses which may occur with regard to such properties, rental
units or with regard to disputes or altercations between 1) landlords/agents
and their tenants 2) co-tenants 3) tenants and their neighbors and/or 4) the
City of Fort Collins and either landlords or their tenants.
User acknowledges and accepts that Off-Campus Life office does not inspect,
review, recommend or endorse any of the facilities or tenants advertised nor
does it interview or screen landlords, tenants, or roommates before allowing
the posting of a listing. Nor does it investigate the history of the past
tenancies of properties that are advertised on its database. Both Students
and Landlords are strongly advised to adequately screen prospective
co-tenants and parties with whom they may contract, and make a physical
inspection of the premise prior to entering a contract. Agreements for
housing should be made in writing. Both parties are advised to consult an
attorney before entering into a binding legal agreement.
Further, user hereby indemnifies and holds harmless The Board of Governors of
the Colorado State University System and CSU, and their members, officers,
agents, employees, volunteers, and any other persons or entities acting on
their behalf, and the user's estate, successors and assigns for any and all
of the aforementioned persons and entities, against any and all claims,
demands, and causes of action whatsoever, whether presently known or
unknown, of any person who suffers any injury, disability, death or other
harm, to person or property or both, as a result of user's participation in
the RentalSearch Service.
User acknowledges that he or she has had sufficient time to review and seek
explanation of the provisions contained above, have carefully read them,
understand them fully, and agree to be bound by them.
To assist students in locating potential off-campus options, Off-Campus Life
operates the RentalSearch Service. The RentalSearch
Service is a two-part "advertising" service that benefits both
tenants and landlords.
LANDLORDS:
Landlords who are trying to fill their vacancies may contact CSU's Service
Provider, Rent College Pads, Inc., via phone at (414) 882-3226 or by
inquiring through the website.
TENANTS:
Students may visit Off-Campus Life via the Web, or in person and view
potential options for their personal consideration. Review of materials and
participation in the program does not guarantee placement, but may help in
facilitating housing prospects that conform to an individual's
requirements.
The Off-Campus Life office does not inspect, approve or disapprove nor
warrant accuracy of listings. The information listed is subject to change
without notice, and has been voluntarily provided. Know your rights and
responsibilities before signing any kind of lease. In case of questions and
advice, please come and see us at Off-Campus Life, Rm. 274, Lory Student
Center, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, (970) 491-2248
ph., or contact via email at offcampuslife@colostate.edu.