Tenant
How to get a lease agreement?
In order to apply for a room at Rohemu Campus, please submit a room application through Bidrento.
Make sure you enter only correct information when filling in the application form. Applications containing false information or with missing information will be deleted. You can have only one application in the waiting list at a time.
Once you have submitted your application, you cannot change the information in it so if you need to do that, delete the application and send a new one.
After submitting your room application, you will be put in our waiting list and we will assign you a place as soon as possible. The speed how fast you will get an offer will vary depending on what month it is and the length of the waiting list. If you need the offer by a certain date (due to Visa application), please contact the campus ahead of time and let us know.
When we have found a suitable room for you, we will send you a room offer. You will get a notification on your e-mail when that happens.
Once you have accepted the offer, our employee will confirm it during office hours and send you a deposit invoice to your e-mail. Please be patient as it might take some time (if you accept the offer on a weekend, you will have to wait until Monday to receive a reply).
Once you receive the deposit invoice and it has been paid, your contract will be confirmed.
You will also receive an e-mail with some important information for your check-in. Make sure you have read all the rent contract terms and conditions as well as the house rules before you arrive for your check-in. By signing the contract, you agree to follow all the rules and regulations of the dormitory.
Ending the contract?
Rohemu Campus requires a 30-day notification period in order to cancel your rent contract.
This rule is valid for all tenants, no matter the reason for cancelling your rental agreement. In order to end your rental agreement, you will need to submit a contract ending request through Bidrento at least 30 days before your moving out date. E.g. If you want to move out on December 31st, you should submit the contract ending form by December 1st at the latest.
You will need to pay full rent until the official ending date of your contract even if you decide to leave the dormitory earlier and do not use your dormitory room until the contract final day.
Log into your Bidrento account with your username and password.
Open your contract by clicking on the contract information.
The option to end your contract will appear. Bidrento will display the earliest possible contract ending date for you. You cannot change it to an earlier date, but you can change it to a later date.
Submit the request.
Once you have submitted the request and a member of staff has seen it, your contract end date will be changed and you will receive a confirmation e-mail.
Make sure all your invoices are paid by the ending date of the contract.
Let the community manager know what day you want to have your room check (write to kylliki@rohemucampus.ee).
Clean your room and apartment for the final room check and let the manager know when you are ready for your room check. Return your key and door card to the manager after your room check. Return rented bedding (if you have any) to the reception desk on the day when you move out.
ROOM CHECK:
Before returning your key, door card and moving out of the dormitory, a room check needs to be done by community manager Külliki Aavast (in Torn) or accommodation manager Piret Kütt (in Betton).
The room check should be done on the day when you move out or 1-2 days before that in case you are moving out on a weekend. Your personal items can still be in the room during the room check.
The room checks are done Mon – Fri 09.00-16.00
The tenant has to clean their room and common areas of their apartment (kitchen, WC, shower room, hallway) according to instructions. Even if you share the common areas, everyone that moves out still has to clean everything.
It’s not the last remaining tenant’s job to clean after everyone else.
All moved furniture needs to be put back in it’s correct place by the time of the room check
All stickers, posters etc personal items on walls and furniture need to be removed before moving out, making sure that the paint is not damaged.
When you move out, make sure to take all personal belongings with you from your room and common areas (e.g. kitchen cupboards, hallway shelves etc).
If you will be travelling and cannot take all of your personal belongings with you, please share them between friends/flatmates before checkout or give bagged donations to reception desk. Please make sure that you wash all donations beforehand and check that they are not broken/damaged. Only clean and intact items are accepted as donations.
All debts have to be paid in order to officially end the lease agreement. Please check your Bidrento account to see if you have debts BEFORE coming for the room check.
Failure to complete a room check before leaving the campus will result in a 150€ fine.
If you complete the room check before leaving, but don’t take your belongings with your from the apartment or rooms needs to be cleaned again after you move out, you will be fined 150€.
Fixed term lease agreement terms and conditions
I PARTIES
1.1. This rental agreement is concluded under the following terms between (hereinafter collectively referred to as the parties):
| Landlord | Tenant | |
|---|---|---|
| Name | OÜ Torni Hostel | |
| Registration code/Personal identification number | 11136278 | |
| Address/Residence | F.R. Kreutzwaldi 52, Tartu 51006 | |
| Nationality, Document No. | ||
| Phone | +372 53 684 181 | |
| elu@rohemucampus.ee | ||
| Educational Institution | ||
| Bank Account | ||
| Representative |
1.2. The parties are obliged to notify each other in writing if the contact details (phone, email, postal address) and banking details stated in the contract change. Additionally, they must inform each other about any name changes and other significant information that may be of justified interest to the other party.
II SUBJECT OF THE AGREEMENT
2.1. Under this agreement, the landlord grants the tenant the right to temporarily use a property owned by the landlord, consisting of a room and shared spaces with their furnishings, in exchange for a fee. The description of the property (hereinafter also referred to as the residential unit or living space) and the rental period are specified in the following table:
| address and room number | |
| date of handover of possession | |
| duration of contract | |
| size of living space | |
| furnishings | |
| condition of living space |
2.2. The property shall be used as a residential space during the pursuit of higher education. The purpose of this agreement is to provide student housing for the duration of studies.
2.3. The landlord holds the property under ownership rights and a rental agreement concluded with the Estonian University of Life Sciences.
2.4. The tenant confirms that they have had the right and opportunity to inspect the rental property before signing the agreement.
2.5. The tenant confirms that they have reviewed the house rules of the dormitory of the Estonian University of Life Sciences (EMÜ), which is attached as Annex 1 to this agreement. The tenant acknowledges and agrees that the landlord has the right to unilaterally amend the house rules. Changes to the house rules are considered delivered to the tenant upon their publication on the website (https://www.rohemucampus.ee) or on the dormitory’s public notice board.
2.6. The tenant agrees to use the property in accordance with the valid house rules and agrees to monitor changes to the rules both on the website (www.rohemucampus.ee) and on the dormitory’s public notice board.
2.7. Other persons who have signed a rental agreement with the landlord may also use the rental property according to the number of available spaces in the rented room.
2.8. The rented room and shared facilities may only be used as residential premises, and any form of economic activity is prohibited.
2.9. The rental property may not be subleased or otherwise transferred for use to third parties.
III RENT AND SERVICE FEES
3.1. The tenant shall pay the landlord a rent of xx euros by the 20th of each month.
3.2. If the tenant delays the rent payment, the landlord has the right to demand a late payment penalty of 0.15% of the outstanding amount per day.
3.3. If the tenant must pay a penalty in addition to the principal obligation (main debt), payments will be first allocated to covering penalties and only then towards the principal obligation. The tenant has no right to determine a different order of payments.
3.4. Upon signing the agreement, the tenant shall pay the landlord a security deposit of xx euros, which the landlord shall return within 30 days after the termination of the agreement, provided that the tenant has fulfilled all obligations towards the landlord. The parties agree that no interest shall accumulate on the security deposit. If the tenant has outstanding obligations (e.g., unpaid rent, penalties, damages to furniture or property, cleaning costs, etc.), the landlord has the right to deduct these from the security deposit, returning only the remaining amount.
3.5. Costs related to the return of the security deposit (e.g., foreign transfer fees) shall be covered by the tenant. The landlord has the right to deduct such costs from the security deposit.
3.6. During the validity of the agreement, the security deposit shall not be used to cover unpaid rent or other payments.
3.7. If, upon the termination of this agreement, the tenant starts a new rental agreement with the landlord, the security deposit shall be transferred over to the new agreement..
IV RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES
4.1. The parties are obliged to fulfill their obligations and exercise their rights in good faith and based on the principle of reasonableness.
4.2. The landlord is obliged to:
4.2.1 Provide the tenant with access to the rented premises, including necessary keys and information;
4.2.2. Ensure the availability of necessary utilities for the rented premises;
4.2.3. Introduce the house rules of the dormitory to the tenant and create appropriate living conditions for the student;
4.2.4. Issue invoices for rent to the tenant no later than the 13th of each month;
4.2.5. If a defect appears in the rental property that is not the tenant’s responsibility, eliminate the defect at the landlord’s own expense within a reasonable time.
4.3. The tenant is obliged to:
4.3.1. Pay the landlord the rent and utility charges according to the invoice by the 20th of each month. The failure to receive an invoice does not exempt the tenant from their payment obligation, and the tenant is required to immediately notify the landlord if an invoice has not been received;
4.3.2. Strictly adhere to the house rules. Following the house rules is essential to ensure equal treatment of all residents, the organization of communal living, and the ability to engage in studies. A violation of the house rules is considered a serious breach;
4.3.3. Ensure the preservation, proper use, and maintenance of the property assigned for use and return it at the end of the lease;
4.3.4. Use and maintain the rented property in a diligent manner, keeping it in a sanitary condition and remedying minor defects at their own expense. Natural wear and depreciation are not considered damages;
4.3.5. Coordinate with the landlord regarding minor repairs, modifications, and furniture rearrangements;
4.3.6. Avoid damaging the landlord’s property, including ventilation, water, electrical, and heating systems;
4.3.7. Immediately notify the landlord’s representative of any circumstances of interest to the landlord, such as damage to property in both private and shared areas, accidents, fires, blockages, non-functioning appliances, etc. The tenant must also take immediate action to remedy such situations;
4.3.8. Follow the landlord’s representative’s instructions, orders, safety regulations, and other rules derived from law or established by the landlord;
4.3.9. Allow the landlord’s representatives access to all rooms, including the right to enter without prior notice together with third parties (potential new tenants) if the tenant has given notice of termination;
4.3.10. Be materially responsible for the property assigned to them and compensate for any damages caused;
4.3.11. If occupying a multi-bed room alone and a vacant space becomes available in another multi-bed room, the tenant must move to a shared room with another tenant of the same gender. If the tenant refuses to move, they must pay full rent for two spaces starting from the second month of single occupancy;
4.3.12. Inform the landlord within 30 days if they interrupt their studies at the educational institution;
4.3.13. Immediately notify the landlord of their visa or residence permit status when signing the agreement, as well as the expiration of their residence permit and the issuance of a new visa or residence permit;
4.3.14. Return the rental property to the landlord on the contract’s termination date in at least the same condition as when received, taking into account normal wear and tear;
4.3.15. Not hand over the rental property, including keys or access cards, to other persons without the landlord’s prior written consent;
4.3.16. Pay the contractual penalty specified in this agreement for any violations;
4.3.17. Store personal belongings (such as bicycles and baby strollers) only in designated areas (external bike racks, bike storage, or their rented living space). Storing personal belongings in common areas or emergency exit routes is prohibited;
4.3.18. Not hand over the rental property, including keys or access cards, to third parties without the landlord’s written consent and not allow unauthorized persons access to the rented premises;
4.3.19. Not keep pets in the rental premises;
4.3.20. Not accommodate other persons in the rental unit. It is strictly prohibited to house one’s spouse, registered partner, minor children, or dependent parents without the prior written consent of the landlord.
4.4. The landlord has the right to:
4.4.1. Demand that the tenant fulfills the obligations specified in this agreement;
4.4.2 Use legal remedies in case of non-compliance, including the right to demand a contractual penalty for violations listed in this agreement and late payment interest;
4.4.3. Conduct at least two inspections per year to check that the rental property is being used properly, maintained, and kept in good condition, including the cleanliness and technical condition of shared areas. The landlord has the right to issue mandatory instructions if necessary;
4.4.4. Through its representatives (such as a housing manager, community manager, accommodation specialist, administrator, etc.), verify the affiliation of individuals in the building with dormitory residents. If an individual is not affiliated with the dormitory, the landlord’s representative has the right to demand their departure or arrange their removal in accordance with applicable laws;
4.4.5. Refuse to sign a new rental agreement with a former tenant who had outstanding debts to OÜ Torni Hostel during the previous rental period or whose rental agreement was terminated due to serious breaches of the agreement or dormitory rules;
4.4.6. Enter into rental agreements with other persons for available spaces in shared rooms, according to the number of beds;
4.4.7. Require the restoration of the rental property to its original condition, including cases where modifications were made with prior landlord approval;
4.4.8. Replace the rented premises with another equivalent unit if the landlord requires the current premises for personal use or plans to renovate the building or part of the building where the rental premises are located.
4.5. The tenant has the right to:
4.5.1. Demand that the landlord fulfills the obligations specified in this agreement;
4.5.2. Use legal remedies if the landlord fails to fulfill obligations, including the right to request a rent reduction or a replacement rental unit, as well as the right to terminate the agreement early;
4.5.3. Request a rent reduction if the conditions of use or condition of the rental premises significantly deteriorate due to reasons beyond the tenant’s control, and the landlord does not remedy the deficiencies within a reasonable time after being notified in writing by the tenant;
4.5.4. Request that the rental property be replaced with an equivalent unit if it becomes unusable due to reasons not caused by the tenant;
4.5.5. Make improvements or modifications only with the landlord’s prior written consent in a form that can be reproduced in writing. The tenant does not have the right to demand compensation for improvements or modifications, even if they increase the value of the rental property, unless the original condition is restored;
4.5.6. Make suggestions to the landlord regarding the better use of living space and shared facilities;
4.5.7. Terminate the agreement early if the rental premises become unusable due to the landlord’s fault, and the landlord does not remedy the issue within two weeks of receiving written notice from the tenant.
V LIABILITY AND CONTRACTUAL PENALTIES
5.1. The parties bear full material liability for the non-fulfillment of contractual obligations and for any damage caused during the rental period.
5.2. The landlord is not responsible for the preservation of the tenant’s belongings within the rented premises.
5.3. If property is lost or damaged in common areas shared by tenants, the tenant bears joint liability together with other tenants.
5.4. Regardless of actual damages, the landlord has the right to demand a contractual penalty for the following violations in the specified amounts:
5.4.1. Loss or damage of access card – €15;
5.4.2. Loss or damage of security key – €35;
5.4.3. Emergency response by security personnel or the Rescue Board due to the tenant’s actions or negligence – €50;
5.4.4. Covering, damaging, removing, or otherwise disabling a smoke detector – €150;
5.4.5. Smoking or vaping indoors – €200;
5.4.6. Resetting the automatic fire alarm system by the fire department – €50;
5.4.7. Failure to vacate the rental premises upon contract termination – €150.
5.4.8. Room cleaning and cleaning of common areas in the event that the tenant has not cleaned or has cleaned inadequately at the end of the contract: €125.
VI AMENDMENT AND TERMINATION OF THE AGREEMENT
6.1. The terms of the contract may be amended in accordance with the provisions in the contract and its annexes or by mutual written agreement of the parties.
6.2. The contract expires upon the end of the agreed rental term unless it has been terminated earlier or extended for the next rental period through an amendment to the contract.
6.3. To extend the rental agreement, the tenant must submit a request to the landlord at least 30 days before the contract’s expiration date. The extension is formalized by a written agreement, and both parties have the right to negotiate and amend other contract terms, including rent.
6.4. If the parties agree to extend the rental agreement, they will document the condition of the rental premises, including wear and tear.
6.5. Upon termination of the contract, the tenant is obliged to immediately vacate the rental premises and return possession to the landlord. Failure to vacate on time is considered a material breach of the contract. When returning possession, the tenant must ensure that basic cleaning (tidying up) has been performed.
6.6. If the tenant does not vacate the rental premises upon contract termination, the landlord has the right to:
6.6.1. Enter the tenant’s rented room;
6.7. Remove the tenant’s personal belongings from the premises and exercise the landlord’s lien rights;
6.7.1. The landlord has the right to take the tenant’s personal belongings into possession until they are returned to the owner, ensuring their safekeeping for three months from the contract’s termination date. An inventory of stored and returned items will be recorded;
6.7.2. Demand payment of rent-equivalent charges for the period during which the premises remain unlawfully occupied, as well as other contractual payments and penalties;
6.8. If, upon termination of the contract, the rental premises have damages exceeding normal wear and tear, the tenant must remedy such damages before vacating or compensate the landlord for the cost of repairs no later than the contract’s termination date.
6.9. The landlord has the right to terminate this agreement with immediate effect and without notice in writing if:
6.9.1. The tenant fails to pay rent or utility costs for at least two months and does not settle the debt within an additional two-week period after being notified by the landlord;
6.9.2. The tenant uses the property for unauthorized purposes or has sublet the premises without the landlord’s written consent;
6.9.3. The tenant has deliberately or negligently caused significant damage to the property. Significant damage includes, for example, burn marks on countertops;
6.9.4. The tenant has been expelled from their educational institution, their residence permit has expired, or bankruptcy proceedings have been initiated against them;
6.9.5. The tenant repeatedly disturbs other dormitory residents, causing an unreasonable nuisance (e.g., frequent nighttime noise, vandalizing common areas). Violations of the house rules are also considered a serious breach;
6.9.6. The tenant fails to comply with rules, orders, or regulations specified in the contract;
6.9.7. There is any other significant reason leading the landlord to reasonably believe that the tenant is unable to fulfill their contractual obligations;
6.10. The tenant has the right to terminate the agreement immediately if the rental premises develop a defect that prevents their intended use, and the landlord does not remedy the defect within two weeks after being notified by the tenant.
VII OTHER PROVISIONS
7.1 Any disputes arising from the fulfillment, termination, modification, or enforcement of this contract shall first be resolved by negotiation between the parties. If no agreement is reached, disputes will be settled in the Tartu County Court, Tartu Courthouse.
7.2 The landlord has the right to assign claims arising from this contract to third parties.
7.3 If the tenant fails to meet their financial obligations, they are required to compensate all extrajudicial debt collection costs in accordance with the price list published on the landlord’s website (including legal fees or collection agency costs).
7.4. By signing the contract, the tenant confirms that all information provided by them during the agreement’s conclusion is accurate.
7.5. The tenant confirms that they have reviewed the data protection terms, understand them, and agree to them.
7.6. Unless otherwise stated in the contract, all notifications under this agreement shall be deemed delivered to the tenant three days after being sent to the tenant’s email or postal address provided in the contract.
| Landlord | Tenant |
|---|---|
| Torni Hostel OÜ |
Open ended lease agreement terms and conditions
I PARTIES
1.1.This rental agreement is concluded under the following terms between (hereinafter collectively referred to as the parties):
| Landlord | Tenant | |
|---|---|---|
| Name | OÜ Torni Hostel | |
| Registration code/personal identification code | 11136278 | |
| Location/place of residence | F.R. Kreutzwaldi 52, Tartu 51006 | |
| Citizenship, document number | ||
| Phone | +372 53 684 181 | |
| elu@rohemucampus.ee | ||
| Educational institution | ||
| Bank account | ||
| Representative |
1.2. The parties are obliged to notify each other in writing if the contact details (phone, email, postal address) and banking details stated in the contract change. Additionally, they must inform each other about any name changes and other significant information that may be of justified interest to the other party.
II SUBJECT OF THE AGREEMENT
2.1. Under this agreement, the landlord grants the tenant the right to temporarily use a property owned by the landlord, consisting of a room and shared spaces with their furnishings, in exchange for a fee. The description of the property (hereinafter also referred to as the residential unit or living space) and the rental period are specified in the following table:
| address and room number | |
| date of handover of possession | |
| size of living space | |
| furnishings | |
| condition of living space |
2.2. The rental object shall be used as a residential space during the pursuit of higher education. The purpose of this agreement is to provide student housing for the duration of studies.
2.3. The landlord holds the property under ownership rights and a rental agreement concluded with the Estonian University of Life Sciences.
2.4. The tenant confirms that they have had the right and opportunity to inspect the rental property before signing the agreement.
2.5. The tenant confirms that they have reviewed the house rules of Rohemu Campus, which is attached as Annex 1 to this agreement. The tenant acknowledges and agrees that the landlord has the right to unilaterally amend the house rules. Changes to the house rules are considered delivered to the tenant upon their publication on the website (www.rohemucampus.ee) or on the dormitory’s public notice board.
2.6. The tenant agrees to use the property in accordance with the valid house rules and undertakes to monitor changes to the rules both on the website (www.rohemucampus.ee) and on the dormitory’s public notice board.
2.7. Other persons who have signed a rental agreement with the landlord may also use the rental property according to the number of available spaces in the rented room.
2.8. The rented room and shared facilities may only be used as residential premises, and any form of economic activity is prohibited.
2.9. The rental property may not be subleased or otherwise transferred for use to third parties.
III RENT AND SERVICE FEES
3.1. The tenant shall pay the landlord a rent of xx euros by the 20th of each month.
3.2. When renting a furnished room, the landlord has the right to unilaterally increase the rent after each month from the signing of the agreement.
3.3. The parties agree that the landlord’s notification of a unilateral rent increase shall be deemed delivered once the relevant information, including the price list, is published on the website (www.rohemucampus.ee) and the dormitory notice board.
3.4. The rent increase notice shall be considered received by the tenant upon its publication on the website (www.rohemucampus.ee) or on the dormitory notice board.
3.5. If the tenant delays the rent payment, the landlord has the right to demand a late payment penalty of 0.15% of the outstanding amount per day.
3.6. If the tenant must pay a penalty in addition to the principal obligation (main debt), payments will be first allocated to covering penalties and only then towards the principal obligation. The tenant has no right to determine a different order of payments.
IV RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES
4.1. The parties are obliged to fulfil their obligations and exercise their rights in good faith and based on the principle of reasonableness.
4.2. The landlord is obliged to:
4.2.1 Provide the tenant with access to the rented premises, including necessary keys and information;
4.2.2. Ensure the availability of necessary utilities for the rented premises;
4.2.3. Introduce the house rules of the dormitory to the tenant and create appropriate living conditions for the student;
4.2.4. Issue invoices for rent to the tenant no later than the 13th of each month;
4.2.5. If a defect appears in the rental property that is not the tenant’s responsibility, eliminate the defect at the landlord’s own expense within a reasonable time.
4.3. The tenant is obliged to:
4.3.1. Pay the landlord the rent and utility charges according to the invoice by the 20th of each month. The failure to receive an invoice does not exempt the tenant from their payment obligation, and the tenant is required to immediately notify the landlord if an invoice has not been received;
4.3.2. Strictly adhere to the house rules. Following the house rules is essential to ensure equal treatment of all residents, the organization of communal living, and the ability to engage in studies. A violation of the house rules is considered a serious breach;
4.3.3. Ensure the preservation, proper use, and maintenance of the property assigned for use and return it at the end of the lease;
4.3.4. Use and maintain the rented property in a diligent manner, keeping it in a sanitary condition and remedying minor defects at their own expense. Natural wear and depreciation are not considered damages;
4.3.5. Coordinate with the landlord regarding minor repairs, modifications, and furniture rearrangements;
4.3.6. Avoid damaging the landlord’s property, including ventilation, sewage, water, electrical, and heating systems;
4.3.7. Immediately notify the landlord’s representative of any circumstances of interest to the landlord, such as damage to property in both private and shared areas, accidents, fires, blockages, non-functioning appliances, etc. The tenant must also take immediate action to remedy such situations;
4.3.8. Comply with the orders, directives, and regulations of the landlord’s representative, as well as fire safety regulations and other rules established by law or the landlord;
4.3.9. Allow the landlord’s representatives access to all rooms, including allowing the landlord to enter without prior notice and accompanied by third parties (potential new tenants) in case the tenant has given notice of termination of the agreement;
4.3.10. Be materially responsible for the property assigned to them and compensate for any damages caused;
4.3.11. If occupying a multi-bed room alone and a vacant space becomes available in another multi-bed room, the tenant must move to a shared room with another tenant of the same gender. If the tenant refuses to move, they must pay full rent for two spaces starting from the second month of single occupancy;
4.3.12. Inform the landlord within 30 days if they interrupt their studies at the educational institution;
4.3.13. Immediately notify the landlord of their visa or residence permit status when signing the agreement, as well as the expiration of their residence permit and the issuance of a new visa or residence permit;
4.3.14. Provide 30 days’ notice in case of intent to terminate the rental agreement;
4.3.15. Return the rental property to the landlord on the contract’s termination date in at least the same condition as when received, taking into account normal wear and tear;
4.3.16. Not hand over the rental property, including keys or access cards, to other persons without the landlord’s prior written consent;
4.3.17. Pay the contractual penalty specified in this agreement for any violations;
4.3.18. Store personal belongings (such as bicycles and baby strollers) only in designated areas (external bike racks, bike storage, or their rented living space). Storing personal belongings in common areas or emergency exit routes is prohibited;
4.3.19. Not hand over the rental property, including keys or access cards, to third parties without the landlord’s written consent and not allow unauthorized persons access to the rented premises;
4.3.20. Not keep pets in the rental premises;
4.3.21. Not accommodate other persons in the rental unit. It is strictly prohibited to house one’s spouse, registered partner, minor children, or dependent parents without the prior written consent of the landlord.
4.4. The landlord has the right to:
4.4.1. Demand that the tenant fulfils the obligations specified in this agreement;
4.4.2 Use legal remedies in case of non-compliance, including the right to demand a contractual penalty for violations listed in this agreement and late payment interest;
4.4.3. Conduct at least two inspections per year to check that the rental property is being used properly, maintained, and kept in good condition, including the cleanliness and technical condition of shared areas. The landlord has the right to issue mandatory instructions if necessary;
4.4.4. Through its representatives (such as a housing manager, community manager, accommodation specialist, administrator, etc.), verify the affiliation of individuals in the building with dormitory residents. If an individual is not affiliated with the dormitory, the landlord’s representative has the right to demand their departure or arrange their removal in accordance with applicable laws;
4.4.5. Refuse to sign a new rental agreement with a former tenant who had outstanding debts to OÜ Torni Hostel during the previous rental period or whose rental agreement was terminated due to serious breaches of the agreement or dormitory rules;
4.4.6. Enter into rental agreements with other persons for available spaces in shared rooms, according to the number of beds;
4.4.7. Require the restoration of the rental property to its original condition, including cases where modifications were made with prior landlord approval;
4.4.8. Replace the rented premises with another equivalent unit if the landlord requires the current premises for personal use or plans to renovate the building or part of the building where the rental premises are located.
4.5. The tenant has the right to:
4.5.1. Demand that the landlord fulfils the obligations specified in this agreement;
4.5.2. Use legal remedies if the landlord fails to fulfil obligations, including the right to request a rent reduction or a replacement rental unit, as well as the right to terminate the agreement early;
4.5.3. Request a rent reduction if the conditions of use or condition of the rental premises significantly deteriorate due to reasons beyond the tenant’s control, and the landlord does not remedy the deficiencies within a reasonable time after being notified in writing by the tenant;
4.5.4. Request that the rental property be replaced with an equivalent unit if it becomes unusable due to reasons not caused by the tenant;
4.5.5. Make improvements or modifications only with the landlord’s prior written consent in a form that can be reproduced in writing. The tenant does not have the right to demand compensation for improvements or modifications, even if they increase the value of the rental property, unless the original condition is restored;
4.5.6. Make suggestions to the landlord regarding the better use of living space and shared facilities;
4.5.7. Terminate the agreement early if the rental premises become unusable due to the landlord’s fault, and the landlord does not remedy the issue within two weeks of receiving written notice from the tenant.
V LIABILITY AND CONTRACTUAL PENALTIES
5.1. The parties bear full material liability for the non-fulfilment of contractual obligations and for any damage caused during the rental period.
5.2. The landlord is not responsible for the preservation of the tenant’s belongings within the rented premises.
5.3. If property is lost or damaged in common areas shared by tenants, the tenant bears joint liability together with other tenants.
5.4. Regardless of actual damages, the landlord has the right to demand a contractual penalty for the following violations in the specified amounts:
5.4.1. Loss or damage of access card – €15;
5.4.2. Loss or damage of security key – €35;
5.4.3. Emergency response by security personnel or the Rescue Board due to the tenant’s actions or negligence – €50;
5.4.4. Covering, damaging, removing, or otherwise disabling a smoke detector – €150;
5.4.5. Smoking or vaping indoors – €200;
5.4.6. Resetting the automatic fire alarm system by the fire department – €50;
5.4.7. Failure to vacate the rental premises upon contract termination – €150.
5.4.8. Room cleaning and cleaning of common areas in the event that the tenant has not cleaned or has cleaned inadequately at the end of the contract: €125.
VI AMENDMENT AND TERMINATION OF THE AGREEMENT
6.1. The terms of the contract may be amended in accordance with the provisions in the contract and its annexes or by mutual written agreement of the parties.
6.2. The contract terminates if either party terminates it or if both parties agree in writing to end the agreement. The contract may be terminated either ordinarily or extraordinarily.
6.3. A notice of termination must be submitted in a form that can be reproduced in writing.
6.4. In the first six months of the contract, the party terminating the agreement must provide at least three months’ prior notice. After six months, at least one month’s prior notice is required.
6.5. Upon termination of the contract, the tenant is obliged to immediately vacate the rental premises and return possession to the landlord. Failure to vacate on time is considered a material breach of the contract. When returning possession, the tenant must ensure that basic cleaning has been performed.6.5.
6.6. If the tenant does not vacate the rental premises upon contract termination, the landlord has the right to:
6.6.1. Enter the tenant’s rented room;
6.7. Remove the tenant’s personal belongings from the premises and exercise the landlord’s lien rights;
6.7.1. The landlord has the right to take the tenant’s personal belongings into possession until they are returned to the owner, ensuring their safekeeping for three months from the contract’s termination date. An inventory of stored and returned items will be recorded;
6.7.2. Demand payment of rent-equivalent charges for the period during which the premises remain unlawfully occupied, as well as other contractual payments and penalties;
6.8. If, upon termination of the contract, the rental premises have damages exceeding normal wear and tear, the tenant must remedy such damages before vacating or compensate the landlord for the cost of repairs no later than the contract’s termination date.
6.9. The landlord has the right to terminate this agreement with immediate effect and without notice in writing if:
6.9.1. The tenant fails to pay rent or utility costs for at least two months and does not settle the debt within an additional two-week period after being notified by the landlord;
6.9.2. The tenant uses the property for unauthorized purposes or has sublet the premises without the landlord’s written consent;
6.9.3. The tenant has deliberately or negligently caused significant damage to the property. Significant damage includes, for example, burn marks on countertops;
6.9.4. The tenant has been expelled from their educational institution, their residence permit has expired, or bankruptcy proceedings have been initiated against them;
6.9.5. The tenant repeatedly disturbs other dormitory residents, causing an unreasonable nuisance (e.g., frequent nighttime noise, vandalizing common areas). Violations of the house rules are also considered a serious breach;
6.9.6. The tenant fails to comply with rules, orders, or regulations specified in the contract;
6.9.7. There is any other significant reason leading the landlord to reasonably believe that the tenant is unable to fulfil their contractual obligations;
6.10. The tenant has the right to terminate the agreement immediately if the rental premises develop a defect that prevents their intended use, and the landlord does not remedy the defect within two weeks after being notified by the tenant.
VII OTHER PROVISIONS
7.1 Any disputes arising from the fulfilment, termination, modification, or enforcement of this contract shall first be resolved by negotiation between the parties. If no agreement is reached, disputes will be settled in the Tartu County Court, Tartu Courthouse.
7.2 The landlord has the right to assign claims arising from this contract to third parties. 7.2
7.3 If the tenant fails to meet their financial obligations, they are required to compensate all extrajudicial debt collection costs in accordance with the price list published on the landlord’s website (including legal fees or collection agency costs).
7.4. By signing the contract, the tenant confirms that all information provided by them during the agreement’s conclusion is accurate.
7.5. The tenant confirms that they have reviewed the data protection terms, understand them, and agree to them.
7.6. Unless otherwise stated in the contract, all notifications under this agreement shall be deemed delivered to the tenant three days after being sent to the tenant’s email or postal address provided in the contract.
| Landlord | Tenant |
|---|---|
| Torni Hostel OÜ |
Rent Invoices
The deposit invoice is the first invoice you receive when your contract is created. It should be paid by the date mentioned on the invoice.
Rent invoices are sent out from Bidrento by the 13th every month to your e-mail and their payment deadline is the 20th date every month.
Invoices that have not been paid by the 20th will have an interest of 0,15% per day added to them until the debt is paid.
The dormitory has the right to end the contract with any tenant without standard notice period if the tenant’s rent debt is bigger than their deposit.
If you have difficulties paying your rent payment on time, contact the community manager and inform her of the delay before payment deadline has passed (by 20th date of the calendar month at the latest).
The rent fee already includes utilities (water, heating, electricity).
You can only pay by online transfer. We don’t accept cash payments at the dormitory.
If you have a foreign bank, make sure you know how big your bank’s international transfer fees are. If your bank has transfer fees, you will need to add those extra fees to your payment, otherwise they will take the fee from your payment and the campus will not receive the full required amount.
The invoice has all the necessary payment information written on it – receiver name, bank account number etc. You need to add your unique reference number when making the payment. It appears on your invoice.
It will take a few days for the payment to arrive if you pay from a foreign account, so please make sure to take that into account.
If you have any questions about your deposit or rent payments, please write an e-mail to the campus accountant Kerli Visnapuu (raamatupidaja@rohemucampus.ee).
Room Changes
CHANGING DORMITORY ROOM AT TENANT’S REQUEST:
When a tenant wants to change the room that was originally assigned to them, the tenant needs to submit a new room request in Bidrento and select the new type of room they are applying for. The application has a comments section where all special requests can be written (reason for room change request, desired room number, preferred roommate’s name etc). Our staff will try to accommodate these requests when making a room offer.
Changing the contract at tenant’s own request costs 20€ and this is added to the next rent invoice. All previous rent invoices need to be paid by the time the contract change is done. The campus has the right to refuse to start a new contract with tenants who have not fulfilled the terms of their previous contract. The campus has the right to refuse a room change request if the tenant has already changed rooms several times within one year without any urgent reason.
After you receive a new room offer and accept it, the new contract will be made with a suitable starting date (new room has to be available for moving in and the tenant needs to be available on that day for moving).
After signing the new contract, the tenant will be given the new room key. The magnetic door card will remain the same as before, only the room information on it will be updated.
After receiving the key, the tenant can transfer their personal belongings to the new room and clean the old room according to cleaning insctructions sent by e-mail.
When cleaning is done, the tenant needs to arrange for a room check with the community manager. Tenant returns the room key to the community manager after the room check is completed.
Once the room check is passed, the tenant’s previous contract will end.
Failing to clean the room and arrange for a room check will result in both rent contracts being active until the tenant has done the necessary steps mentioned above.
If deposit amount for the new contract is same as before, the deposit will be automatically transferred over to the new contract.
If deposit for the new contract is bigger than previously, then the tenant will receive an additional deposit invoice that needs to be paid by the date written on the invoice. If the extra deposit is not paid on time, the dormitory has right to cancel the new contract.
CHANGING ROOM AT THE LANDLORD’S REQUEST:
In a case when the tenant is asked to change rooms at the landlord’s request, the tenant will not need to pay 20€ contract changing fee.
Landlord can ask that the tenant changes rooms due to following reasons:
- Current dormitory room is no longer usable (needs repairs) and tenant will be given a temporary or permanent replacement room.
- Tenant has been living alone in a twin room (while renting 1 bed) longer than 1 calendar month and refuses to start renting the whole room from the second calendar month. In such an event, the tenant will be placed together with another tenant (of the same gender) who is also living alone. The person living alone the longest will be asked to move. This is to optimize tenant placement and to make sure we have available rooms for people who want to rent the whole room.
- In case of lifestyle incompatibility with other tenants in the apartment (tenant behaves in a way that disrupts life and studies of their neighbours).
House Rules
I GENERAL PRINCIPLES
1 These House Rules (hereinafter the Rules) are obligatory for all persons who have entered into a lease relationship with the Dormitory of the Estonian University of Life Sciences (EMÜ).
2 The Rules determine and regulate the tenants’ relations with the Dormitory and specify the rules of behaviour.
3 The House Rules are effective until the publication of the Rules. The Dormitory is entitled to make alterations and additions to the Rules, publishing them immediately after approval.
II GENERAL RULES OF DORMITORY
2.1 It is prohibited in the Dormitory:
2.1.1 to drink alcohol, use narcotic and toxic substances; to be or move in the Dormitory and in the premises of the Dormitory under the influence of alcohol, narcotic or toxic substances.
2.1.2 unauthorised installation of electric appliances and cables.
2.1.3 to throw things or pour liquids from windows.
2.1.4 to cause any kind of damage to implements, lighting fixtures, elements of the building’s facade, windows, doors, fire-fighting equipment, engineering systems etc. of the Dormitory.
2.1.5 It is forbidden to smoke, use an e-cigarette or shisha in the dorm rooms. It is allowed to smoke outside the dorm rooms only in designated smoking areas.
2.1.6 keep pets.
2.1.7 drive or park motor vehicles on sidewalks and green areas bordering the Dormitory. Vehicles shall be parked in specially designated places. The Dormitory is not liable for damage caused by means of transportation.
2.1.8 disturb the public order in any way.
2.2 The time of rest in the Dormitory is from 23.00 to 6.00. During the time of rest in the Dormitory, any excessive noise, playing of musical instruments, disturbance of sleep of other occupants etc. are forbidden. The tenant shall observe universal rules of ethics and behaviour.
2.3 The tenant shall:
2.3.1 keep the Dormitory room, commonly used rooms and the Dormitory surroundings clean and tidy;
2.3.2 not leave electrical appliances switched on without attention;
2.3.3 use water and electricity in an economical manner;
2.3.4 observe fire safety and environment protection requirements;
2.3.5 carry out all legal directions given by security guards and representatives of administration (administrator, superintendent etc.);
2.3.6 prevent the destruction of Dormitory implements through their own fault or the fault of others, wilfully or due to negligence. Incurred damage shall be compensated by the person guilty at the prices as of the day on incurring the damage; if no guilty person is found, the damage shall be compensated jointly and severally by tenants of the respective room, section, floor or house.
2.3.7 upon opening of locked doors, the tenant shall lock them again after them.
2.4 Guests:
2.4.1 Guests in the Dormitory shall present their ID (student card, passport or driving licence) at the security desk. Security guards are entitled to demand from the receiving person that they provide a signature with which they take responsibility for their guests.
2.4.2 Those guests who have alcoholic beverages with them or are under the influence of alcohol shall not be granted access to the Dormitory.
2.4.3 The Tenant is entitled to receive guests from 8.00 am to 10.00 pm. The Tenant is responsible for their guests and damage and disturbance caused by them.
2.5 Cleaning:
2.5.1 the Tenant shall clean their room, section and vestibule. The tenants shall put garbage in garbage bins themselves.
2.5.2 commonly used areas shall be also cleaned (showers, WC etc.). In the shower room, remove grating from the drainage hole and clean the trap once a week.
2.5.3 when using an electric stove, switch on the air cleaner. After using the kitchen, the tenant shall clean the kitchen and clean the stove; upon leaving the kitchen, switch off the stove by rotating the knobs to the 0 position and switch off the air cleaner.
2.5.4 at least 2 times a year switch off the refrigerator, defrost it and clean the inside with water.
2.5.5 in the Dormitory room occupied by the tenant, the tenant undertakes to wash the window(s) on the inside and the door(s) on both sides at least twice a year.
III VACATING THE DORMITORY
3.1 The lease agreement of the leased premises expires when the Agreement term has expired. In the case of ordinary termination of the agreement, the tenant shall notify the Dormitory’s administrator to this effect at least 30 days in advance, having written a respective application. Before the termination of the lease agreement the tenant shall pay all of their debts and perform all of their obligations to the Dormitory.
3.2 Upon vacation, the tenant shall clean his living quarters and take care that all of the furniture and other property on the premises are present at the moment of return. The contractual penalty for not tidying the rooms is 150 € .
3.3 When the leased property is being returned, a respective inventory is made with the Landlord’s representative which shall be recorded in the property transfer and acceptance act and verified with the signatures of the parties. Return of property and termination of the agreement shall take place on workdays.
3.4 The Dormitory is entitled to refuse entry into the lease agreement for a new accommodation period with a tenant who has repeatedly failed to perform their obligations under the agreement or violated the terms and conditions of the agreement and requirements specified in the House Rules.
How to use rooms and inventory?
1. Unauthorized drilling of holes in the dormitory rooms is strictly forbidden. This may only be done by the Landlord’s representative.
2. Tenants shall compensate damage caused to walls, implements and doors from putting posters and stickers on them.
3. Be careful when using and cleaning an electric stove. Clean the stove with a damp cloth, avoid water penetrating the stove through the regulating knobs.
It is forbidden to use portable electric ovens or electric stove-ovens in the dormitory.
Additional appliances up to 1500W total can be used in the kitchens (e.g. several electric kettles cannot be used at once).
Limits are set to prevent electrical overload that can cause power outages.
It is forbidden to use coffee machines or kettles in the rooms (they can only be used in the kitchen), as they can cause an electrical overload in the living quarters and a fire hazard.
4. Switch on the air cleaner during cooking. Clean (wash) the air cleaner’s filter at least once a month.
5. At least 2 times a year switch off the refrigerator, defrost it and clean the inside. It is forbidden to use sharp tools to remove ice from the refrigerator.
6. Promptly notify the Landlord’s representative of defects in materials and items installed in the dormitory rooms. It is forbidden to repair materials and items yourself.
7. It is forbidden to relocate and repair furniture and items yourself or place them in the corridor.
8. When plugging in the TV, radio, phone or computer, observe the designations on the wall outlets.
9. Once a week, remove the grating from the drain hole in the shower and clean the floor and trap, using cleaning agents intended for this purpose. Use the grating in the sink to avoid clogging up pipes. Promptly notify the Landlord’s representative of a clogged trap or sink to avoid emergencies in water pipelines. If the tenant has not cleaned the trap or used the grating, they shall compensate damage incurred in the elimination of the consequences of any emergency as well as floor cleaning expenses. The cost of eliminating the consequences of a water damages by the resident and fixed by the repair personnel of the dorm is 20 € per occasion.
10. It is forbidden to close vents in the exterior wall.
11. If you leave the room during the heating season for more than one day, reduce the heating level.
12. Fire safety:
- Do not touch smoke sensors in rooms or corridors and do not push alarm buttons in corridors for no reason.
- If an alarm goes off in the corridors, promptly exit the building using the evacuation route.
- If you notice a fire, immediately notify the Rescue Board (112) and then inform a member of staff.
Familiarise yourself with the instructions on what to do in emergencies, which are available on the dormitory homepage.
IT support and computer network
Rules for using the computer network in the EMÜ dormitories
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1 The rules in hand are integral for using the computer networks in the EMÜ dormitories and become binding for the parties after the provisions have been agreed with.
1.2 The administrator of the EMÜ dormitories’ computer network is the Estonian University of Life Sciences (hereinafter referred to as the administrator); who, through its representatives, monitors the adherence to the rules.
1.3 In cases which are not covered by the rules, the rules of EENet, legal acts of the Republic of Estonia and the good practices of using computer networks are followed.
2. RIGHTS OF THE USER
2.1 The right to use the services of the computer network
2.2 To issue written and reasoned complaints to the administrator, regarding the administration of the dormitories’ computer network.
2.3 To allow third parties to use the computer networks in the user’s room, using the user’s computer. The user shall remain liable for damages and legal or other violations caused by third parties
2.4 To make suggestions to the administrator, regarding improvement of the computer network and its services.
3. OBLIGATIONS OF THE USER
3.1 The user must inform the administrator immediately, if any damage to the network occurs, regardless of the causes and the nature of the damages.
3.2 To adhere to the limitations and guidelines issued to the user by the administrator.
4. RIGHTS OF THE ADMINISTRATOR
4.1 The administrator has the right to limit the use of the computer network for carrying out their required tasks, if there is a true need for it. The user shall be informed of all these limitations by the administrator.
4.2 To gather information from the user required for carrying out their tasks.
5. OBLIGATIONS OF THE ADMINISTRATOR
5.1 To maintain the working order and safety of the systems under their care.
5.2 To issue immediate information to the users regarding anomalies in the systems’ work.
5.3 To protect the data they have access to due to the nature of their work, the owner of which has not given clear consent regarding forwarding the data in question to third parties, except in cases where they are required by law to break the data protection provision.
5.5 To solve or to find solutions to problems raised by the user.
6. RESTRICTIONS FOR THE USER
6.1 Damaging appliances installed by the administrator necessary for maintaining the connection is prohibited.
6.2 The user is not allowed to connect any other appliances to the network (routers etc.) besides their own computer, nor are they allowed to manually change the IP address.
6.3 Any activities that may cause disturbances in the computer network are prohibited.
6.4 The use of vulnerabilities of the computer systems or operation systems for gaining additional access and privileges in the computer network of the dormitories or any other networks is prohibited.
6.5 Using the computer network for commercial objectives is forbidden.
6.6 Keeping the computer’s NIC (or any other network device) in snooping (promiscuous) mode is forbidden.
7. CONSEQUENCES OF THE MISUSE OF THE NETWORK
7.1 In case of suspected misuse, the administrator shall contact the user to determine the real situation.
7.2 The administrator has the right to limit the user’s access till the circumstances have been cleared by the user.
7.3 In case of deliberate or recurring rule breaking, the user may be issued a warning, their access to the computer network may be further limited, or it may be revoked for a set period of time or indefinitely. If the damages inflicted are extensive, causing direct material damage to the administrator, the administrator has the right to file a lawsuit to claim damages from the offending party, or to log a complaint with the police.
7.4 The manager of the EMÜ dormitories properties is responsible for handing out warnings, issuing additional usage limitations and usage bans.
7.5 The person suspected of breaking the rules is allowed to put forward their explanation.
7.6 Rule violations by the administrator shall be handled by the manager of the EMÜ dormitories properties.
Cleaning rooms
Weekly cleaning list
Dormitory tenants are responsible for cleaning their apartments and rooms. The best way to divide cleaning tasks between yourselves is to come up with a cleaning schedule either for every person or every room in your apartment. Everyone should clean up after themselves and not hope that one of your flatmates cleans after you!
You are expected to bring your own cleaning supplies, but some basic things can be borrowed from the reception as well. The apartment common areas (kitchen, bathrooms, hallway) need to be cleaned EVERY WEEK, not just when you are moving out. If the apartments are not cleaned up to the standard, we will end the contracts of the tenants who regularly fail to follow the rules.
CLEANING BEDROOMS: wipe desks, shelves, windowsill, doors and light switches with a moist cloth to remove fingerprints and dirt. Clean window on the inside with window cleaner. Clean inside of the closets, including bottom of the closet and shelves.
CLEANING FLOORS: vacuum the floor or sweep it with a brush (including under your bed), wash with a moist cloth and some cleaning agent if necessary.
CLEANING BATHROOMS AND TOILETS: clean the sink with a cleaning agent, use glass cleaner and some tissue paper to clean the mirror, scrub the shower floor, remove hair from the drain after you shower (or it will clog), clean the toilet bowl regularly with a toilet brush and washing agent.
CLEANING KITCHENS: clean the sink with a cleaning agent, wash your dishes when you are done eating, wipe kitchen counters, doors and the table. Remember to clear the cabinets from stale food regularly or it will attract bugs! Clean the fridge shelves and fridge from outside. De-ice the freezer when ice starts to form.
DO NOT THROW LEFTOVER FOOD INTO THE SINK BECAUSE IT WILL CLOG THE DRAIN! (you can buy a drain cover to avoid that). Throw out any food that has gone off in the refridgerator and clean all the shelves to avoid bad smells.
EMPTYING TRASH CAN: if your trash fills up the kitchen trash can, you should be the one to empty it. Leaving trash bags in the dormitory hallways is NOT ALLOWED! All trash can be sorted in the bins behind the building.
Recycling
At Rohemu Campus, we sort waste into six different categories – mixed household waste; bio waste; paper and cardboard; glass packaging; plastic and metal packaging, beverage cartons; batteries and small batteries.
HOW TO SORT WASTE?
Comprehensive waste sorting instructions for all types of waste can be found here: ENG
Please put the waste in the appropriate type of waste container. Leaving garbage bags next to containers is not allowed!
WHERE ARE THE WASTE CONTAINERS LOCATED NEAR UNIVERSITY OF LIFE SCIENCES’ BUILDINGS?
You can find the locations of the waste containers of the Tähtvere (University of Life Sciences’ campus) area HERE.
On the side of Torn (Student Union office side) there are three waste containers: mixed household waste, paper and cardboard, bio-waste.
Behind the electric sub-station building (area between two dormitories) are containers for plastic and metal packaging, beverage cartons and glass packaging.
In front of Betton (near main door) are five containers: mixed household waste, paper and cardboard, plastic and metal packaging, beverage cartons, glass packaging and bio-waste.
Batteries and small batteries (including e-cigarette batteries) can be taken to the lobby of the 1st floor of the Betton or Torn dormitory.
WHERE CAN OTHER TYPES OF WASTE BE TAKEN?
Hazardous waste (e.g. glue and paint residue, daylight lamps, mercury thermometers), bulky waste (e.g. furniture), unusable electronics (e.g. headphones, TV-s, radios, microwave ovens, electric kettles, sandwich grills), car tires and medicine can be taken to the waste station. Tartu city waste stations are located at Jaama 72C and Selli 19.
Medicines can also be taken free of charge to pharmacies, electronics can be taken to stores selling electronics of the same type. You can return usable electronics, clothes, shoes, etc. to recycling centers.
Take deposit packagings (i.e. empty bottles with a deposit sign on the label) back to the nearest return point and you will get back the deposit you paid. The machine will issue you a receipt that you can cash in or use to pay for your groceries at the retailer’s store. The nearest deposit packaging machine to the dormitories is located at Tuglase Rimi (behind the building).
You can find more information about recycling on the Green university initiative homepage HERE.
Fire safety
General fire safety
All dormitory apartments have an evacuation route map on the apartment hallway wall, next to apartment door. It shows the closest evacuation route to your apartment. All tenants are required to familiarize themselves with this route and use it in case of a fire alarm / other emergency, when evacuation of the building is required.
In case of an emergency, the fire alarm will sound and it will not be turned off. Member(s) of staff will check location of the emergency and instruct all tenants to evacuate the building if needed. In case of an alarm, all elevators in the building will automatically go down to dormitory lobby and open their doors. It will not be possible to call the elevators back up until alarm shuts off. Tenants will need to use closest emergency staircase to exit. All corridor doors will be automatically unlocked during the alarm to allow for safe exit.
In case of a fire in the apartment, make sure to leave the apartment door closed after exiting – it is a fire safety door and keeping it closed will help stop the spread of fire. Apartment windows should also be kept closed for the same reason.
Every time a fire alarm is triggered in the dormitory, Estonian Resque Board sends out a firefighter brigade to check the building and ensure the safety of our tenants.
Cooking safety:
There is an instruction manual in Estonian and English near all stoves in the dormitory (on the kitchen wall). These safety instructions need to be followed precisely in order to avoid fire alarms being falsely triggered.
In every kitchen, there is a fire blanket hanging on the wall which can be pulled out and used in case of a smaller fire. There are instruction pictograms on the blanket. The blanket can only be used once so if it is used, please inform a member of staff immediately. Do not put it back in the bag!
Important things to remember when cooking:
Do not put the stove heat settings on too high – this will help you avoid burning your food.
Clean the stove regularly from grease to avoid it burning and creating smoke.
Never leave a stove unattended while cooking!
90% of false fire alarms in the dormitory are triggered when tenants leave the kitchen during cooking, get distracted and the food burns.
Always turn on the air ventilation above the stove when you start cooking (it doesn’t make a noise when turned on, but it opens the air vents). Clean the ventilation filter twice a year to ensure it works.
If there is already smoke in the kitchen, DO NOT OPEN DOORS until the smoke has cleared a little bit into the air ventilation. If you open the doors immediately, the smoke will trigger the bedroom and hallway smoke sensors, which are very sensitive.
Never cover the fire alarms in your apartment or remove them yourself – this will result in a 50€ fine and it’s a huge fire safety hazard in a high-rise building. It should be reported to the manager if someone does this.
Never use water to try and extinguish burning oil! In case of a fire, there is a FIRE BLANKET in every kitchen which you can use to try and put out a smaller fire. In case of a fire, the alarm will sound and firefighters will come to extinguish it.
False alarms:
If a tenant triggers the dormitory fire alarm due to carelessness (e.g. cooking instructions were not followed, fire safety rules were not followed), it is considered a false fire alarm.
Since fire safety rules state that Estonian Resque Board is required to send out a brigade to check each dormitory fire alarm, the tenant who caused the false alarm, will be required to pay 150€ fine for compensation.
The responsible tenant will also be required to write an explanation letter to the community manager regarding when and why the alarm was triggered. This is to make sure that the tenant understands what they did wrong and knows to avoid the same situation in the future.
If the responsible tenant fails to comply with these requirements, they will be contacted personally by Estonian Resque Board representative and the dormitory has the right to end the rent contract for failure to comply with fire safety rules.
All apartment doors have an evacuation plan on them and you can also FIND THE EVACUATION MANUAL FOR “TORN” DORMITORY HERE
Additional services
| Use of washing machine 10 kg (includes washing agents) | 3,5€ |
| Use of dryer 10 kg | 1,5€ |
| Use of ironing centre | Free |
| Use of cleaning supplies | Free |
| Use of vacuum cleaner | Free |
| Bedding rent (pillow, blanket, pillow case, blanket case, bedsheet, towel) | 5€ / month |
| Bedding set (for purchase) | 50€ |
| Car parking (around Tuglase 7 / F.R. Kreutzwaldi 52) | 20€ / month |
| Parking motorcycle in specially marked parking space | Free |
| Parking motorcycle in car parking space | 20€ / month |
| Bicycle storage | Free |
| Storage space rent (for university students) | 5€ / month |
| Storage space rent | 10€ / month |
| Use of Torn sauna and recreation room (2h) | 35€ |
| Replacing lost room key | 35€ |
| Replacing lost door card | 15€ |
| Contract changing fee | 25€ |
| Moving out without cleaning (bedroom / apartment common area) | 125€ |
| Cleaning of technology that needs repairs (stove, refridgerator) | 15€ |
| Clearing drain blockage | 20€ |
| Fixing a water-related emergency caused by a tenant | 75€ |
| ATS system check, if the tenant has removed the smoke detector, covered it, or the ATS system has been activated due to the tenant’s activities (smoking, cooking in the bedroom) | 150€ |
| Reimbursement of expenses if the tenant’s wrongful actions have caused the security company to be called out | 50€ |
| The cost of 1 hour of labor of the campus employee for fixing any damages in student residences or for the fulfillment of special requests (does not include material costs) | 25€ |
| Removing furniture from the room | 35€ |
| Fine for smoking in prohibited area | 55€ |