Mission:
To create safer
environments and
improve the quality
of life through the use
of CPTED principles
and strategies
CPTED News
March 2010
Mark Your Calendars for the 11th International CPTED Association Conference
Taking place in Calgary October 18-20, 2010, the theme of this year's conference is 21st Century CPTED - Collaboration, Partnerships, Empowerment.
With Jim Diers as one of many distinguished speakers and a partnership with the TAGS Graffiti Conference we know spaces will fill quickly. Check back often for registration information.
Feb 3, 2010
Guidebooks for Practitioners Released!
The E-Guidebooks are an excellent technical resource for design professionals interested in building safer places. They contain state-of-the-art ideas, photos, and diagrams of best practices around the world. Visit the ICA Resources Page for more content or to place an order.ICA Resources
Feb 5, 2010
How to find a safe neighborhood
Your new home's inspection report won't come with a safety rating for the neighborhood, a crucial determinant of quality of life. It is up to you to check out the area before you move. Here is how.
View the article here!
Suggested Reading Materials
Adolescent Graffiti Vandalism: Exploring the Root Causes
Cynthia L. Hookstra, University of La Verne
La Verne, California Download
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Welcome to the ICA Links Section
This page will list resources such as links, articles, on-line resources. If you are aware of an online resource or would like to submit something for listing please
Please be sure to give appropriate credit if you utilize any of these resources.
Specific Information Topics
- A list of municipal ordinances and statements used to address CPTED strategies.Click Here
Misc Links to Various Areas
- CPTED Guidelines for Queensland, Australia Click Through Here
- UK Home Office Crime Reduction links Click Through Here
- Burglary Reduction Click Through Here
- CCTV - UK Home office site Click Through Here
- Landscaping Click Through Here
- Livable NeighborhoodsClick Through Here
- Neighborrhood WatchClick Through Here
- Planetizen - Planning and Urban Development NetworkClick Through Here
- Placemaking and Street Design - Project for Public SpacesClick Through Here
- Global Report on Human Settlements 2007 -- Enhancing Urban Safety and Security Available for order online
- Compendium of United Nations Standards and Norms in Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Available for order online