Response from Mr Andrew Hunton, Cumbria Constabulary and obo Police and Crime Commissioner
1. Mr Andrew Hunton, Cumbria Constabulary and obo Police and Crime Commissioner : 11 Dec 2015 09:49:00
Policy Area and Topic
General Requirements for all Development
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Policy S12 Crime and Design
The Constabulary seeks Council support in encouraging developers to consult with the Crime Prevention Design Advisor at the earliest possible stage and certainly prior to application. The intention is to address potential vulnerability in the layout of proposed development, thereby avoiding costly or wasteful delays in the planning process.
The elements of location, layout, landscaping and lighting must each be considered as part of the design of new development and these form part of the approach of the Secured by Design initiative. Unfortunately, developers are reluctant to embrace the other element of SBD, which is the incorporation of door and window products that have been tested to resist forced entry. Consequently, Secured by Design certification is usually only successful in housing delivered by Housing Associations or other 'Social' landlords. The Constabulary seeks Council support in encouraging all housing providers to achieve Secured by Design certification.
