The apartments rented by Cesal are payable "in arrears". This means that the rent is paid between the^1st and the 5th of the current month. At the end of the current month and under the condition of payment, a receipt will be issued. Apart from the priority public for the beginning of the school year, do not hesitate to consult our page for more information(click here)

The due date notice is divided into two parts. The left-hand side shows the total amount of the instalment (reference period indicated at the top of the document). The right-hand side shows the resident's rental balance (this is where any housing benefit received will appear, as well as the balance carried over from the previous month, if applicable). The balance of the resident's account is at the bottom of the right-hand section. A negative balance indicates a debit balance and therefore a rental debt to Césal, whereas a positive balance is a credit balance, and indicates an overpayment which will be deducted from the following month's payment notice.

The breakdown is as follows:

- The main rent: calculated according to the useful surface of the dwelling and increased by the price of renting the furniture (called the "furniture rent" on the payment notices).

- Recoverable service charges: taking into account the elements listed in Decree n°87-713 of 26 August 1982(https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/loda/id/LEGITEXT000006066149/)

Please note: a fixed charge means that there will be no adjustment at the end of the lease.

Ancillary services: these include the provision of common premises, reception and mail services, security and surveillance services for the residences (personal assistance and risk prevention), psychological support services, and the operating costs of the Césal Association.

In individual housing, each resident signs a lease of his own, which describes the private part he has, the individual rent he pays, and the terms and conditions of use of the common parts.

In joint tenancy, each flat is subject to a joint lease for all the tenants. This implies solidarity and indivisibility of the co-tenants with regard to the payment of the rent for the entire flat.

The entire property is rented to the flatmates who share the payment of a total rent. They divide the accommodation between them as they see fit. If one of the tenants leaves, the remaining tenants are liable for the full rent and the lease continues under the same conditions.

In the case of a shared tenancy, the departing co-tenant, in the event of the arrival of a new co-tenant, is no longer bound to pay the rent jointly and severally at the end of the notice he or she has duly given. Failing this, joint and several liability ceases at the latest six months after the effective date of the notice. 

Yes, you must take out a comprehensive home insurance and third party liability policy covering the entire period of your lease. You can choose the insurance company of your choice, or use our partner Studcorp (click here) if you wish.

Flatshare :

The insurance can be taken out by a single flatmate to cover the whole flat. In this case, the names of all the flatmates must be included in the contract. In the event of a claim, all the flatmates will have to contribute to the compensation of the damage.
It is also possible to take out an individual insurance policy. If you choose this option, each contract must cover the entire surface area of the flat, which is indivisible. It is a good idea for all flatmates to take out insurance with the same insurer to make it easier to deal with any claims.

Yes, each accommodation is equipped with basic furniture only: bed, desk, chair, storage, refrigerator. In accordance with the regulations for subsidised accommodation, our accommodation is not equipped with crockery (except in private residences), linen (especially bed and bath linen) or cleaning materials.

To make yourself at home, do not hesitate to buy some extra furniture. When you leave your home, you should take this furniture with you. However, for safety reasons, the addition of high-powered electrical appliances is prohibited.

There are several ways to pay your rent:

Cesal encourages its tenants to pay their rent by direct debit. Simple and requiring no recurring action on your part, it is a reliable, secure and entirely free method.

However, you can pay your rent

• By bank card
  • Directly to the rental management office
  • Online, via your resident area (click here))
• By bank transfer. Each transfer you make must specify the following information: first and last name of the resident, room number of the resident, reason for the transfer

Any transfer that does not include this information will result in a longer processing time.

Please note that it is not possible to pay your rent by cheque.

You have two options:

- Apply online in your student area (click here)

-Contact the rental management office

You can change your accommodation while your lease is still in effect by going to your resident area and clicking on "reserve". The reservation system will propose available accommodations at the desired dates. When you validate your reservation, a notice will automatically be placed on your current lease. All you have to do is sign it electronically. Our managers will then contact you to validate your file and to schedule an appointment for your exit inventory of fixtures, then another for your entry inventory of fixtures (these will take place on the same day).

Please note that Cesal reserves the right to accept or reject any transfer request. Also note that a transfer may affect the housing subsidies (click here) that you may receive, as well as the choice of your guarantor if it is moral. 

Yes, our maintenance service is available to you at any time. To contact them, please send an email to maintenance@cesal.fr explaining the problem you are experiencing.(OR To report a technical problem, go to your resident's area, heading "maintenance").

Césal also offers T-Room, a room service that allows for optimal maintenance of the accommodation and guarantees the comfort of our residents throughout their stay.

In the event of a technical emergency, contact the Security HQ immediately.

Please contact the technical service via your resident space, in the "technical interventions" section, explaining the problem you are experiencing.(OR To declare a technical problem, go to your resident space, "maintenance" section).

Your request for intervention is proof ofthe technician's authorization to enter your home.

Furthermore, for the room service: T-Room, an e-mail will be sent to you to inform you of their visit. If you do not object, the technicians will have the right to enter your home.

You must contact the PC Sécurité click here (06 69 94 10 88). The latter will be responsible for notifying a Cesal technician so that he can intervene.

Yes, it is possible to reserve the Agora room and the Caesal grounds. All you have to do is send an email to the person in charge of the environment at the following address: cadredevie@cesal.fr (click here)

If you encounter any problems with your neighbours, do not hesitate to contact the person in charge of the living environment at the following e-mail address: cadredevie@cesal.fr. (click here)

We inform you that no animals (felines, canines, reptiles, birds, etc.) are allowed in your accommodation. Thank you for your understanding.

Some campus residences are equipped with video surveillance cameras and access control to enter your building.

For your safety, Césal provides SSIAP agents who are available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact them by telephone: 06 69 94 10 88 or to go to their dedicated post: the security centre. 

In addition, the person in charge of the living environment is at your disposal. You can contact him at the following e-mail address: cadredevie@cesal.fr. He will help you if you encounter any difficulties during your stay on campus. 

Within Césal, there are rules of procedure which you will find below:

• Cesal Rules (click here)
• Cesal Residential Regulations (click here)

We would like to inform you that there are rubbish bins (click here) available in each residence. We encourage selective sorting, which is why we have set up an oil bin, glass, yellow and black bins and a bulky goods area in Residence I.

The common areas are cleaned once or twice a week. If you notice any damage or a lack of cleaning in the common areas of your residence, please contact the person in charge of the living environment at the following e-mail address: cadredevie@cesal.fr. (click here)

If you find that your usual monthly benefits have not been paid, please contact the Caf. They will be able to explain the reason for this. In particular, check that there is no error in your file.

In any case, do not deduct the amount of your subsidies from the amount you will pay to Cesal, otherwise an unpaid balance will appear on your rental balance. As stated in your rental contract, the rent is payable :

• In its entirety
• Before the date specified on your due date notice

Future adjustments to your aid will be deducted from your next instalment notices.

If you are experiencing financial difficulties that prevent you from paying your rent in full, please contact the rental management directly and they will be able to direct you to the appropriate solution.