Understandably, we have received a number of emails following the announcement that the communal kitchens in the residence halls have been closed. We fully recognize that this is an incredible inconvenience, and truly wish we could allow their continued use. Unfortunately, we are not able to do so. This action not only follows an express directive by the University, but it is also a critical step being taken to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

Cooking appliances are not allowed in North Hall dorm rooms, as the building is not equipped to handle the increased electrical load. This prohibition includes microwaves, toasters, hotplates or the like. You may still access the water filtration systems connected in the kitchens, but please practice social distancing while doing so (allow for one person in the kitchen at a time), and be sure not to touch the machine with your clean cup or bottle.

All students should plan to move out of their dorms by May 29, 2020.  Please note, this was the scheduled move-out date for all graduating students, and is a two week extension for all continuing students.

Please note: If you are put into quarantine by your medical provider, you should NOT move out during that period. If you have found other accommodations, or would like to leave campus before the end of the semester, please complete the following steps:

1. Contact housing@law.harvard.edu with the date that you would like to move out.
2. Arrange for all of your personal items to be removed from your room by your move out date.
3. Arrange for disposal for any trash in your room by your move out date.
4. Place your room key, mailroom key in an envelope labeled with your Name and Room Number.
5. Place your key envelope in the Key Drop Box outside of the Holmes Hall Facilities Office.
6. E-mail housing@law.harvard.edu to let the office know what time you dropped your keys.

1. • Housing will then arrange for a Security Guard to confirm receipt of your keys.
   • Once we have received confirmation of receipt of your keys, you will be checked out of housing and any pro-rated refunds will be processed onto your Student Account.

If you move out of HLS housing on, or prior to, April 30 your will receive a pro-rated refund. Refunds will no longer be available for move outs beginning on May 1. As soon as you have an anticipated move-out date, please contact housing@law.harvard.edu.

Please call 617-495-1215 and ask for the HLS Security Guard to be dispatched to meet you at your HLS housing location lobby. Security will not provide access into a room unless the student has their HUID or if it’s in the room and can be presented upon access to the room.

If a key is lost, the security person cannot issue a new key or temporary ID.  A facilities staff must visit campus to issue a new key, so please allow reasonable response time.

Please visit the Covid 19: Information for HLS students, Faculty and Staff FAQ page for additional information and resources.