Through Environmental Design P revention in planning is a necessity in order to reduce the criminal opportunity in tomorrow's residential and commercial areas. The most cost efficient time to do this is before construction begins. You can limit the opportunity to commit vandalsm.
Proper planning can have an effect on the type and rate of crime.
Graffiti vandalism and other related crimes spread in predictable patterns if left unchallenged. Well cared for and maintained properties are often overlooked because their appearance demonstrates ownership. Continued tagging of additional buildings. Increase in the number of taggers hanging out. Bombing competitions begin between rival crews.