Natural Access Control

Concept directed to decrease crime opportunity by denying access to crime targets, and creating in offenders a perception of risk. Natural Access Control is promoted through the use of deadbolt locks, security alarms, gates, and landscaping.

Tips for Natural Access Control:

Access points to property should be minimal, and be visually and/or electronically monitored
Roof should not be easily accessible
Equipping windows/doors with secondary locks
Lock the gate to your yard
Consider installation of Security gates, alarms, kiosks (manned with a guard), etc.


Electronic access by proxy card and/or pin controls access, and logs property users for areas needing to be secured.	It would be easy for a burglar to enter this patio door by breaking the glass and unlocking the deadbolt. Locate locks at least 40 inches away from glass.

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