DON’T

• Don’t walk along cliff edges
• Don’t stand, sit, or climb bluff fences
• Don’t go over fences to retrieve items like dice or ping pong balls
• Don’t walk near the cliffs at night without adequate lighting 

DO

• Be extra aware of cliff and bluff edges, especially if you or your peers are under the influence of substances
• Be mindful of ice plants near cliff edges – they are incredibly slippery, especially at night
• Be an active bystander and do your part to educate and warn your peers about the dangers of cliff falls.
• Be proactive by contacting the appropriate emergency or non-emergency resource for unsafe conditions or situations. See resources here. [insert link to resources page]

DON’T

• Don’t go over the railing of a balcony
• Don’t jump from one balcony or roof to another
• Don’t allow yourself or others to hang out on the roof of your home

DO

• Report any balcony damage right away to your landlord, rental company, or the SB County Building Inspector
• Ask your landlord about balcony capacity and adhere to it at all times

ROOF FINES + FACTS

Did you know that hanging out on your roof can qualify as a misdemeanor? Subjects on roofs described as unsafe acts/conditions, lack of safety features, illegal assembly, and more can receive a $100 citation and misdemeanor violation. 

Many leases in Isla Vista contain a clause that allows the eviction of any tenant found on the roof. 

While roofs can typically hold 20 lbs of weight per square foot, they are designed to hold this weight when distributed evenly – not in singular areas. A person sitting or standing on a roof concentrates the weight into one area and can lead to roof damage or collapse.

DON’T

• Don’t sunbathe, climb, or walk along the base of cliff sides
• Don’t go into the ocean prior to 72 hours after a storm

DO

• Be aware of falling rocks or debris
• Check the tides to avoid getting trapped directly against the cliff sides
• Stay at least 1.5x the cliff’s height away from the cliff’s base