Johnson Building Intern Housing Guidelines
Please note that during your stay you will be associated with The Heritage Foundation and must abide by established conduct rules and regulations (see Housing Guidelines & Information and Rules & Regulations below). Failure to adhere to these guidelines, rules and regulations may result in immediate termination of your occupancy, please review before applying.
Housing Guidelines & Information
1.Absence or Illness. If you become seriously ill, or if you will be away from the Johnson Building longer than a weekend, please inform your Resident Advisor or call ext. 1605.
2.Bicycles.A bicycle rack will be available in the basement for a limited amount of bicycles.
3.Computers. High-speed internet service will be included in the FF&E/Amenities Fee and provided in each room through The Heritage Foundation network, but computers and/or printers are not provided. Residents are responsible for maintaining their own email accounts. No technical support is provided. File sharing of any type is strictly prohibited and excessive bandwidth utilizations are cause for internet service to be discontinued.
4.Emergencies and Evacuation. Smoke detectors in individual units are NOT connected to the building’s fire alarm system. Common area smoke detectors and fire alarm pull stations are monitored by a third party that will automatically summon the DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services when activated. When the building fire alarm is in alarm, audible horns and flashing strobes will be active. In the event of a fire emergency, call 911. Resident Advisors will direct each floor through the evacuation procedures. See Johnson Building Emergency Preparedness Handbook for more information.
5.Energy Conservation. All utilities are included in the license fee charged to residents. In order to conserve energy, please turn off appliances, lights, and air conditioning when not in use.
6.Fitness Center Hours. The Fitness Center is open to interns from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays. All residents must first sign a liability waiver and use the Fitness Center at your own risk. Volume must be kept at a reasonable level.
7.Housekeeping/Trash Collection. Housekeeping services are provided to clean the common areas. Resident rooms must be kept clean and sanitary at all times by the residents assigned. All floors are equipped with cleaning supplies and vacuum, which can be obtained through the Resident Advisor and/or the patrol officer. Each resident is expected to keep his/her room clean and orderly. Each floor has a trash room. Residents are responsible for depositing trash from your room into the trash room (preferably each morning). Trash will be collected from the trash room daily by the housekeeping service.
8.Inspection or Entry into Students’ Rooms. The Housing Administrator reserves the right to enter any room at any time without advance notice when deemed necessary.
9.Inter-visitation. Men and women must vacate the apartments of the members of the opposite sex by 11:00 p.m. weeknights and by 1:00 a.m. on weekends. Non-residents of the Johnson Building and singular couples (one male and one female) of the opposite sex must vacate the common areas by 11:00 p.m. on weeknights and by 1:00 a.m. on weekends. Violations of this regulation will be handled at the discretion of the Housing Administrator.
10.Laundry Facilities. The laundry room is for residents’ use only. The Heritage Foundation is not responsible for loss or theft of any articles left in the laundry room. Hand laundering should be done in the utility tubs adjacent to the washers, not in the bathroom sinks. To report a broken appliance, call ext. 1605. In an emergency situation, call ext. 1600 or your Resident Advisor.
11.Lehrfeld Intern Center. The Lehrfeld Intern Center is furnished and is open for use by all residents. This space will also be used as a public space and should be kept clean and free of personal items at all times. Occasionally private events will be held in the intern center, making it unavailable for resident use. No residents or guests may sleep in the Intern Center.
12.Locked-Out or Lost Keys/Access Cards. One key is assigned to each resident. Loss of a key or access card results in a $50 fee to replace the lock, keys and/or access card. If you are locked out of your room, contact your Resident Advisor or the Housing Administrator.
13.Mail. Mail can be sent to residents at the following address:
Resident’s Name
Johnson Building
208 Massachusetts Avenue, NE
Room #
Washington, DC 20002
14.Occupancy. Rooms shall be used for private dwelling purposes only, and occupancy shall be by the resident, by other residents assigned to your room, and by no other persons.
15.Overnight Guests. Guests of residents are permitted to stay overnight upon prior approval by the Resident Advisor. Guest registration forms are available from the Resident Advisor on each floor and must be signed by all of your roommates and Resident Advisor with at least one week advance notice. No co-ed overnight guests are allowed. No more than two guests are permitted per resident and/or room. There is a maximum stay of three nights for outside guests.
16.Phones. Long distance calls are blocked. To make a long distance call, a calling card must be used. Telephones in the rooms are extensions of the main Heritage Foundation number. The phone may be used for any type of call. 24-Hour voicemail service is provided. See voicemail instruction sheet for setup information.
17.Political Activity. As a tax-exempt organization, The Heritage Foundation is prohibited by Federal law from direct or indirect participation in a campaign on behalf of or in opposition to a candidate for office. This means that none of the Foundation’s financial resources, its facilities, or its personnel may be used for campaign activity. This is not intended to restrict or stifle any individual political rights, except on Foundation time or on Foundation property. If an officer or an employee is involved in a campaign, it must be on personal time and Foundation facilities may not be used. The Foundation expects that any employee who becomes involved in a campaign unambiguously indicates to campaign personnel that the employee’s activity is personal and not attributable to The Heritage Foundation.
18.Quiet Hours. Quiet hours will be observed during the hours of 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on weekdays, and 1:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on weekends to respect the rights of others.
19.Repairs. To report a broken appliance, window, etc., contact the Housing Administrator. During a non-emergency email internhousing@heritage.org or call ext. 1605. During an emergency call ext. 1600.
20.Room Amenities and Décor. Rooms are fully furnished and kitchens are equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker. Each room is appointed with tasteful art and decorations. Residents are not permitted to hang posters, or personalize the walls, furniture or window treatments. Additional amenities provided: Television, dishware (plates, flatware, glasses), light cooking utensils and microwaveable containers for cooking and storage, ironing board and iron, and shower curtain. A vacuum and cleaning products are available on each floor. Items not provided: stove or oven, bedding (sheets/blankets/pillows), towels, toiletries and paper products.
21.Safety Precautions. We ask that all residents be mindful of safety precautions. Always lock your door, whether you are at home or away. Do not leave keys lying around your room or apartment. Do not lend anyone your keys. Make sure that all doors and windows are secure to protect yourself and your belongings. Do not permit anyone to gain entrance to the building by holding the door for others to enter behind you. Do not prop doors open and do not “buzz” anyone into the building unless you know who it is. Avoid walking alone at night. Avoid shortcuts and dark, isolated areas. Stay in well-lit or frequently traveled areas.
22.Smoking. Smoking is strictly prohibited in rooms, inside the building or on the balconies. Residents are permitted to smoke at a designated area in front of the building.
23.Solicitation. Door-to-door solicitation is not permitted.
24.Storage. No storage is available. Residents must store all belongings in rooms.
25.Sunbathing. Sunbathing or inappropriate attire is prohibited on Heritage Foundation property.
Rules & Regulations
The following conduct is strictly prohibited:
1.Physical Abuse. Committing physical abuse and/or battery of any person.
2.Assault. Placing a person in fear of imminent physical danger or injury through the use of verbal or physical threats.
3.Drug/Alcohol Violation. The following are strictly prohibited: Possession or use of alcohol by any persons regardless of age; intoxication on the property; possession of illegal drugs or controlled substances; manufacture or distribution of illegal drugs or controlled substances.
4.Weapon Violation. Use, possession, or storage of any firearms, ammunition, knives or other weapons. Items that pose a potential hazard to the safety or health of others are also prohibited.
5.False Alarm/Report. Initiating or causing to be initiated any false alarm/report, warning, or threat of fire, explosion, or other emergency.
6.Interfering with The Heritage Foundation Operations. Interfering with any of the operations of The Heritage Foundation, including but not limited to, administration, maintenance, fire, police or emergency services.
7.Unsanitary Conduct. Trashing or littering in any elevator or other common area of the Building.
8.Dishonesty. Dishonesty, including, but not limited to,
- Furnishing false information to The Heritage Foundation or their personnel, or to any police officers or special police officers (whether employed by The Heritage Foundation or not);
- If in any way related to The Heritage Foundation, forgery, unauthorized alteration or unauthorized use of any documents, records, or identification cards, including computer records, misuse of computer facilities and electronic mailing systems.
9.Smoking/Open Flames Prohibited; Misuse of Fire Safety Equipment. No smoking, barbecuing or burning of candles, incense, or any open flames of any kind is permitted in the Premises or the Building. Misuse of or damage to fire safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers or exit signs, is also prohibited.
10.Theft. Theft of property or of services or knowing possession of stolen property.
11.Destruction of Property. Destroying or damaging The Heritage Foundation property, or the property of others.
12.Non-compliance. Failure to comply with reasonable directions of The Heritage Foundation officials, including representatives, police, or special police, acting in performance of their duties.
13.Fireworks Violation. Use or possession of fireworks.
14.Violation of Law. Violation of any federal and/or local law, including, but not limited to, possession of any falsified identification, or preparation, manufacture, sale or distribution of local, state or federal identification.
15.Disorderly Conduct. Acting in any manner to annoy, disturb, interfere with, obstruct, or be offensive to others; shouting or making excessive noise either inside or outside any premises or Building to the annoyance or disturbance of others; verbally abusing any personnel of The Heritage Foundation or other persons acting in performance of their duties; or acting in a lewd or indecent manner.
16.Discrimination. Committing any of the above acts or any acts proscribed in these Rules and Regulations because of the person’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.
17.Unauthorized Entry. It is prohibited to enter, without express or implied permission, onto the property of The Heritage Foundation or into any room, facility or office; to refuse to vacate any such property, room, facility or office; to refuse to cease any unauthorized activity; to refuse to produce identification after being requested to do so by any personnel of The Heritage Foundation or by any police officer; or to remain without authorization in any facility after closing hours.
18.Misuse of Identification or Access Cards. The owner of any identification card will be called upon to account for fraudulent use of his or her identification and will be subject to eviction if he or she has aided such fraudulent use. Each access card to the Premises or the Building in which the Premises are located is assigned to a specific Licensee. Allowing any other person to possess or use that access card is strictly prohibited.
19.Animals in Buildings or on Grounds. No animals of any kind (including, but not limited to, dogs, cats, or birds) are allowed in any Building or on the property, with the exception of bona fide service animals while used for guiding a legally handicapped person.
20.No Parking. No parking space or parking area is provided by Licensor. Parking of any vehicle in any unauthorized area is prohibited. In addition to being a violation of these Rules and Regulations, Licensor shall have the right to have such vehicle towed without notice.
THE HERITAGE FOUNDATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE HOUSING GUIDELINES, RULES AND REGULATIONS WITHOUT NOTICE.
If you are interested in staying in the Johnson Building Intern Housing during your internship or if you have any questions, please contact:
Mariah Wenz
Intern Housing Administrator
The Heritage Foundation
214 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002
E-mail: internhousing@heritage.org
Phone: 202-608-1605
Fax: 202-608-1555
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