When counting an arson that occurs in a residential facility, what is the correct reporting structure?

When reporting an arson that occurs in a residential facility, the correct structure involves recognizing both the campus location and the specific occurrence in student housing. An incident of arson, regardless of where it occurs, is counted as a crime on the institution's campus. Since residential facilities are categorized as on-campus housing, the incident must be reported separately for the broader campus statistics and for the specific housing context. This differentiation ensures that comprehensive data is maintained, reflecting the impact of crime on both general campus safety and the safety of residential areas where students live.

This dual counting provides a clearer picture of crime occurrences and helps in effectively tracking and addressing safety issues specifically related to student housing, which may have different implications for students’ well-being compared to other areas on campus. It also aligns with the Clery Act's requirements for accurately representing crime statistics and ensuring transparency within campus safety reporting.