MILE Property Lease Addendum: 2026-2027

LANDLORD: Muhlenberg College Office of Housing & Residence Life

TENANT:

PROPERTY:

A. Terms of Lease. The Tenant may occupy the Property during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The specific dates of occupancy are August 28, 2026 to December 19, 2026 and from January 10, 2027 to May 8, 2027 (for first year, sophomore and junior students) or to May 16, 2027 (for graduating seniors). Tenants must vacate the Property within 24 hours of their last exam or by 10 am of the last day of the Lease term, whichever is sooner. In addition, the Property may not be occupied during Thanksgiving Break, Semester Break, Spring Break, and other vacation periods specified by the Office of Housing & Residence Life, unless specific permission is given by the office.

B. Rent. The rent for the Property is noted on the 2026-2027 Academic Year College Housing Regulations and Lease document.

C. Security Deposit. The College requires the Tenant to submit a $200 security deposit to the Business Office via the online MILE deposit form before access will be given to the Property. The security deposit, less any charges for damages, will be returned after the termination of this Lease. If a student is returning to the MILE in the following academic year, their deposit will be rolled forward and applied to the next academic year.

D. Eligibility. All MILE property tenants must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in class standing, have a 2.0 cumulative grade point average, and be in good disciplinary standing with the College. Please note that each student’s conduct history will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. All MILE property tenants need to review the supplemental materials about living in a MILE property and are responsible for that information.

E. Use and Occupancy. Tenants may not sublet, assign or otherwise transfer this Lease or the right to occupy the Property.

F. Conditions of Occupancy.

1. Community Responsibility. Living in a MILE property is a privilege and all Tenants represent Muhlenberg College in the surrounding community. As a representative of the College, Tenant is expected to act responsibly. This includes, but is not limited to, abiding by all College regulations and all local, state and federal laws. If at any time Tenant is found in violation of any College regulation and/or any local, state or federal law, Tenant may be removed from the Property. In addition, any violation of any College regulation and/or any local, state or federal law or misuse of a MILE property by Tenant during a prior academic year may result in the loss of MILE privileges.
2. Trash. Tenants are required to comply fully with all trash removal and pick-up laws including days and times that trash and recycling bins should be moved to the curb as established by the City of Allentown and procedures as established by Muhlenberg College. Trash must be properly secured and placed at the designated location in accordance with the City’s and College’s collection schedule and guidelines. Failure to adhere to these requirements will result in the College arranging for removal services, and all associated costs will be charged collectively to all Tenants of the Property. Additionally, if the City of Allentown’s Bureau of Health responds to a complaint regarding improper trash disposal, all Tenants may be held jointly responsible and subject to any fines, penalties, or enforcement actions imposed by the City. Tenants must monitor and maintain cleanliness around the Property to avoid citations, fines, or additional charges.
3. Vacancy. If any tenant vacates the Property for any reason, the remaining Tenants must find a replacement (who shall be subject to approval by the Office of Housing & Residence Life) within three days. Extensions may be granted during the first two weeks of class or break periods. If a replacement is not found, the College reserves the right to fill the vacancy.
4. Parking. The Office of Housing & Residence Life expects the Tenants at the Property to determine the parking arrangements. All vehicles must be registered with the Department of Campus Safety/Police. Tenants may not park on lawns or sidewalks and must obey all City of Allentown and College parking regulations.
5. Smoking. Smoking is prohibited in and on the Property. Refer to the Smoke, Tobacco, & Nicotine Free Campus Policy and the Drug Use and Controlled Substance Policy.
6. Candles and Incense. Candles are not permitted in the Property. Incense may not be lit/burned in the Property. Any items banned under this MILE Property Lease or the College Housing Regulations and Lease will be removed by College staff, and any Tenant responsible for such items may be charged through the College’s Student Code of Conduct.
7. Furniture and Appliances.
   1. College-owned furniture and appliances may not be removed from the Property. Furniture moved within an apartment during the academic year must be returned to its original location in the apartment upon check-out.
   2. All appliances are property of the College and must be repaired by representatives of the College.
   3. The Property is provided with one desk, desk chair, bed and dresser per Tenant, one dining room table, one set of dining room chairs (equal to the number of Tenants) and one living room set. In addition, each Property has a full-sized refrigerator and a stove.
8. Communication Services. The College is the sole provider of communication services, including but not limited to, voice, data, basic cable TV, and internet services, for all College Housing. Service Electric cable is available for individual rooms at the cost of students for all College Housing. Residents may not independently contract for those services provided by the College.
9. Exterior of Property. Students are responsible for maintaining the appearance of the exterior of their property. Pools, fire pits, fire circles, indoor furniture, appliances, and carpets are not permitted to be stored or used outside MILE properties.
10. Basement/Attic Access. Tenants are not permitted to access the basement or attic of the Property. The only exception for accessing the basement is if it has a laundry room or common area. Tenants who violate this policy may be charged through the College’s Student Code of Conduct.
11. Maintenance.
    1. The Tenants of the Property are responsible for the replacement of such items as light bulbs and toilet paper in their Property.
    2. The Tenants of the MILE Neighborhood Properties are responsible for removing snow and ice from the sidewalk of their Property within 24 hours of the end of a storm in accordance with the City of Allentown’s snow removal regulations. The College provides a shovel for each MILE Neighborhood property and ice melt throughout the MILE Neighborhood area.
    3. The Tenants of the Property should report any work orders to Plant Operations by following the directions on the work order site.
12. Laundry Rooms.
    1. Laundry rooms are located at the following locations: 414 Albright St., 2442 Tilghman St., 2245 Gordon St., 319/321 N. 22nd St., 2241/2243 Liberty St., 415/419 Leh St., Village Laundry, 2201 Laundry.
    2. MILE Neighborhood area residents will receive information about accessing their laundry room from their Resident Advisor.
13. Cleaning. The Tenants of the Property are required to clean all rooms within their Property, including bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas (i.e. hallways and stairs) in properties with multiple units.
14. Social Policy. Tenants must follow the Social Host Policy, Student Alcohol Policy and all College, federal, state and local laws when hosting social gatherings in the MILE Neighborhood Area. 50% of property Tenants are required to attend Social Host Training to be eligible to host social gatherings. Tenants must register all social gatherings with alcohol utilizing the social host form.
15. Inspections. The Office of Housing & Residence Life professional staff and Resident Assistants will conduct safety and maintenance inspections of the Property twice per semester. Tenants will receive advance notice of these inspections.
16. Mail Delivery. Tenants must receive mail delivery at their campus box.
17. Disruptive Conduct Policy. Tenant is responsible to know and understand the Muhlenberg College’s Disruptive Conduct Policy and the City of Allentown’s Disruptive Conduct.
18. Adherence to the College Housing Regulations and Lease. This MILE Property Lease supplements the College Housing Regulations and Lease and Tenant is required to adhere to the provisions of each of this MILE Property Lease, the Housing Regulations and Lease and the Medical Addendum. Any reference in the Housing Regulations and Lease and the Medical Addendum to a residence hall or room shall apply to the Property.

Contact: Office of Housing & Residence Life, Lower Level, Prosser Hall, 484-664-3180

Revised: 6/12/2025