Effective Date: October 2, 2026
University Park (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, submit an application, or communicate with our leasing office.
- Information We Collect
We collect information that identifies, relates to, or describes you (“Personal Information”), including:
- Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, and physical mailing address.
- Application Data: Social Security Number (SSN), date of birth, government-issued ID numbers, employment history, income verification, and rental history when applying for a lease.
- Payment Information: Bank account details or credit/debit card numbers processed securely through our payment processors.
- Technical & Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, device details, cookies, and website activity data collected automatically when you browse our site.
- How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following operational and leasing purposes:
- Processing leasing applications, screening prospective tenants, and executing lease agreements.
- Communicating regarding leasing inquiries, application statuses, maintenance requests, and community updates.
- Processing rent payments, security deposits, and administrative fees.
- Improving website functionality, security, and user experience.
- Complying with local, state, and federal laws, including fair housing and financial regulations.
- How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with trusted third parties solely to operate our business:
- Service Providers: Background check agencies, screening services, property management software providers, and payment processors.
- Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect the safety, rights, and property of University Park, our residents, or others.
- Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical security measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure.
- SMS & Communications Policy
By providing your phone number, you consent to receive telephone calls and text messages (SMS/MMS) from University Park regarding your inquiry, application, or tenancy. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of receiving SMS communications at any time by replying “STOP.”
- Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our leasing team:
University Park
4001 E. Fowler Ave.
Tampa, FL 33617
Phone: (813) 692-3900
Email: [email protected]