Outdoor Area Steps and walkways are in good condition. Handrails are sturdy and securely fastened. Doorways, steps, porches and walkways have good lighting. Porches, balconies, terraces, window wells and other heights or depressions are protected by railings, closed with banisters, closed with fences, closed with accordion gates, or are otherwise protected. Hedges, trees or shrubs do not hide the view of the street from the driveway.
Security lighting is installed outside the house.
Garage doors are easy to operate, even when snow is piled against them. The garage is adequately ventilated. References American Association of Retired Persons. The do-able renewable home . American Association of Retired Persons.