8.19.11
CPTED CIVIC SPACES
Plazas, parks, recreation centers, churches, schools, parking lots
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Visited site Accessed interior (if applicable)
Every “NO” checked is an indication improvement needed.
Lighting, line of sight, and other visibility issues : YES NO NA
1. All doorways (front, side, rear, garage, basement) that open to the outside are
well lit.
2. The front door is at least partially visible from the street.
3. Windows on all sides of the building provide full visibility of the property
4. Window treatments on 2
nd
story, front-facing windows are kept open and
provide a view to the front of the property.
5. Parking lots are well lit (photometric may be needed).
6. Parking garage is well lit and walls and ceilings are painted white or other
light color to maximize lighting.
7. Convex mirrors help motorists and pedestrians with visibility issues.
8. Loading and other outdoor areas are free of hiding places.
9. Front facing balcony railings, fences, or walls are constructed of solid
material or be higher than 36 inches.
10. Exterior stairs are designed so that persons going up and down the stairs can
see through the stairs and railings.
11. Sidewalks, all areas of the yard, and walkways are well lit to distinguish form
and movement. Lights are kept clear of trees and landscaping. If on poles,
poles are preferably low to ground.
12. Landscaping, including berms, do not create blind spots or hiding spots.
13. Trees are of a type that retain a thin trunk as they grow and mature.
14. Trees are of a type that retain an open canopy to allow light in from above.
Clearly defined spaces:
YES NO NA
15. Property lines and private areas are defined with plantings, pavement
treatments, short walls, or fences.
16. Benches have separators/armrests, so they are used for sitting only.
Access
YES NO NA
17. Walkways and landscaping direct visitors to the proper entrance and away
from private areas.
18. Public restrooms have locking doors for each stall.
19. Public restrooms have designation for males and females.
20. Planter boxes have grooves or spikes to deter skateboarders from causing
damage to the building.
21. Hostile vegetation is planted to deter sitting on .
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