The University is currently remodeling existing housing facilities to enhance accessibility and, for new construction, incorporating completely accessible units on ground floor levels. Focus on underutilized or vacant properties within the zone identified in Figure 7-1. Support private development of housing for all type of students, faculty and staff. Emphasize projects that are sensitive to existing socio-economic and physical characteristics of the neighborhood. Maintain or increase the percentage of students housed on campus.
Review demand yearly to re-evaluate plans for additional housing development.
Fund additional University-provided housing facilities through BOR bond resolutions or other approved funding methods. The timing and phasing requirements and priorities for future housing facilitie s are established in the Capital Improvements Element. Assign housing to persons who will benefit the most from living on-campus. Assign housing to full-time students first. The University shall identify housing units that may be adapted for use by handicapped students.