However, as Bonaville aged, problems associated with its upkeep mounted. Due to the fact that they were not constructed of sturdy masonry like the other dorms, Bonaville was easily damaged by its residents, costing the university thousands of dollars in repairs. In addition to repairing damage caused by students, the university also had to contend with repairing frozen pipes and exterminating a rat infestation in the trailers. Bonaventure was also heavily burdened by the cost of utilities associated with supplying heat, hot water, and electricity to Bonaville, which were about $65,000 a year. The recent construction of the Garden Apartments also decreased the actual need for Bonaville. In the fall of 1982, proposals were made to phase out Bonaville, citing the cost of utilities and the decay of the buildings' structures. In 1983, Bonaville was eliminated from Bonaventure's campus.