Official On-Campus Housing
Students with Disabilities & Additional Needs
At UB, we are committed to providing on-campus housing that meets the accommodation needs of all students.
If you have religious requirements, disability-related needs or other concerns, we may be able to offer access to appropriate housing in one of our residence halls or apartments.
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Let Us Know ASAP
Please submit your request for accommodations in writing as early as possible. Late requests may result in the denial of an accommodation not on its merit, but based on the limited space available in on-campus housing.
Serving All Students
The University at Buffalo is committed to providing equal access to individuals with disabilities and a welcoming environment for all, regardless of religious affiliation or belief. Our Reasonable Accommodation Policy for On-Campus Housing guides us in offering safe, comfortable rooms and apartments for all students at UB.
Reasonable Accommodation Policy for On-Campus Housing
On occasion students require housing-related reasonable accommodations. In order to best serve all students, requests for specific on-campus housing accommodations due to disability or other reason must be submitted to the Housing Services office, as early in the application process as possible. This allows the Campus Living department to make modifications, if necessary, and offers the best opportunity that the appropriate type of space may be available.
Request for Accommodations
Requests for accommodations should:
- Be accompanied by supporting documentation from an appropriate, qualified professional
- Outline the recommended accommodation and rationale
- Identify functional limitations that may impact the student in his/her living situation
Decisions
Decisions regarding on-campus housing accommodations will be made in consultation with the Office of Accessibility Resources on campus as necessary. Please be aware that personal attendants and individually prescribed devices will be the responsibility of the student.
Support Animals
Accommodation requests that involve animals may be asked to supply additional documentation, including veterinary records.
No Pets—Except Fish
While some accommodations requests for support animals may be approved—pets (other than fish in a 10-gallon or smaller tank) are not allowed in UB Campus Living residence halls or apartments.
Available Space
Please note, there is limited space available in on-campus housing and late requests may result in the denial of an accommodation not on its merit but based on space available.
Notification to Appropriate Staff
As appropriate we encourage students to self-identify to the professional staff in their Hall/Complex once they have arrived on campus. This helps to establish appropriate evacuation procedures, and notify staff of any other accessibility concerns they may have while living on campus. In some cases Housing Services may notify Hall Directors/Complex Directors and appropriate staff of accommodations requested in their area.