Blank elevation reduces natural surveillance from the building.
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External rainwater pipes are proud to the building, can support climbing and therefore provide vulnerability to upper levels and roofing.
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Flat roofs provide easy access to other parts of the building.
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Building with recesses lack natural surveillance and thus provide opportunities for criminal and anti social behaviour such as graffiti and arson.
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Blank building elevations have been avoided thus providing a sense of natural surveillance to the development.
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External rainwater pipes can be used for climbing and should be either square or rectangular in section, flush fitted against the wall or contained within a wall cavity or covered recess. Bends in pipes and horizontal runs are minimised. They should be of fire resistant material.
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Lightweight roofing systems certificated to STS 202 BR1 or LPS 1175 SR 1 are in place and are therefore less vulnerable to intrusion by cutting through the deck.
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Building lines are clear and lack deep recesses and thus opportunities for crimes such as graffiti, burglary and arson as well as inappropriate loitering are also reduced. Where recessed door are necessary for emergency egress onto a public highway they should be a maximum of 600mm deep or the adjacent area protected by bollards or railings.
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