Walls and windows - Does the location of windows provide adequate
surveillance
of both each unit's private space and the common property while respecting
neighbours' privacy? Are there any blank walls that should have windows?
East Side of building lacks sufficient windows for adequate surveillance
Projections - Are there any projections in the design of the building that
may affect
surveillance
of the development either from within it or from outside?
N/A
Shadowing - Does the design of the development promote unnecessary or
excessive shadowing on the immediate property or on that of adjacent
property?
- Does the design of the
development promote or hinder surveillance
of the building, the common property and/or the surrounding community from
within any unit? If so, from which room? Does the design of the development
promote or hinder surveillance
of the property from its neighbours? Consider any unnecessary massing, alcoves,
etc.
Solid rear balcony design obscures surveillance of rear patio area below
Common areas within the building - Are there common/shared areas within
the building? Are the common areas centrally located or around the periphery
of the building? Are these areas designed in such a way that they are
visible from any units? Are there multiple
accesspoints
to the common area(s) i.e. Is there more than one way in or out of the common
area(s)? Are common areas (lobbies, laundry, stairwells) designed in such a
manner that permits surveillance
prior to entry? (the use of glass inserts in doors is suggested)
No problems
Elevators/Stairs - Are there any forms of controlled vertical
access
in place to limit access
from unintended persons?
N/A
Access points
Pedestrian - Is the development designed in such a way that the
accesspoints
to the common property (including pathways) are clearly defined or visible from
the units? Are the accesspoints
to the building secure? Does each unit have separate direct access
to grade? Are the accesspoints
to each unit visible from other units? Are the accesspoints
to the common property visible from the street? Is access
for disabled persons provided and easy to get to?
Main front access point is too (narrow and) recessed, thus creating an
obscure front entranceway with poor opportunity for surveillance from street and
units above
Walkways – Are there walkways? Do the walkways provide visible
access
and a clear indication of territoriality
and transition
differentiating between public sidewalk and semi-private walkways including
the building’s perimeter and lobby area? This can be achieved through the
use of different surface materials.
No problem
Garages and Parking
Parking - Is the parking for the development attached and provided above
ground or underground?
Covered parking at grade with access from alley at rear of building
Above-ground parking - Is the parking such that there is surveillance
of the vehicle(s) from any part of the unit(s)/development?
N/A
Garage and Access
- is the garage's common vehicle entry clearly visible from inside the
unit/home? If not, would a window improve this condition? Are there blind
spots that affect surveillance
near the common entrance to the garage from the street/alley?
There are two car entrances to building; design of the West entrance does
not provide clear visibility from either inside the garage or from the
approach in the alley
Shared parking/garage parking - Does the design of the driveway to the
covered parking/parkade provide opportunity for maximum surveillance
of the alley? A flared apron or recessed opening at the alley is
recommended. Does the location of the pedestrian accesspoint(s)
provide safe access
to the garage or driveway? (consider traffic, surveillance)
Do visitors have safe and secure access
to the building from visitor parking?
Visitor parking appears unsafe and insecure because it is not behind a
security gate (providing safe access) but is covered and thus obscured from
units above
- Does the location of the
garage(s) and/or driveway(s) provide opportunity for surveillance
to and from the units and common property as well as onto the street/alley?
No – West entrance design provides inadequate opportunity for
surveillance
Landscaping, Vegetation and Site
Fencing - What is the function of the fence? Does the fencing serve a
purpose of property definition
or controlled access
or sound attenuation?
Is this type of fencing appropriate for its intended function? Does it allow
for surveillance?
- Does the landscaping
on the property allow for the surveillance
of the immediate common property (i.e. courtyards) and the surrounding
community from within the unit as well as the surveillance
of the property from its neighbours?
No Problems
Vegetation - Does/will the vegetation (upon maturity) on the property
promote or hinder the
surveillance
of the building, the immediate property and the surrounding community from
within the units? Does the vegetation promote or hinder the surveillance
of the property from its neighbours?
and transition
- Is there clear transition
from public (sidewalk, street) to semi-private (front walkway, common property,
courtyard) to private property (each unit)? (Vegetation and textured landscaping
can be used to make these transitions
clearer.) Are there any unused or undefined spaces that should be made to appear
more private or given a purpose? (Certain forms of vegetation can be used to
prevent/dissuade access
and fill excess space.)
- Are there any areas on-site where
there appears to be a lack of lighting
provided (stairs, walkways, yards, etc.)?
Visitor Parking and entranceway to garage do not show lighting on plans
Garbage receptacles and storage - Are the garbage receptacles in secured,
enclosed areas where
access
can be gained without having to leave the common property? Is the material and
design of the garbage storage area such that it allows (approaching) users visibility
into it?
Garbage area provides no visibility and is not in a secured area - not
accessible without having to leave a secured parking area hidden from units
above
Mailboxes - Are the mailboxes located in a secured
area? (It is suggested that they be located inside
the lobby or behind locked doors as opposed to in a vestibule or less protected
space).
No Problem
Your Contact Information
(salutation)
(first name)
(surname)
(e-mail address)
(Home Address)
(phone
number)
(Community You Reside In)