Proven Benefits of the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program

For owners and managers:

• a more stable and satisfied resident base
• increased demand for suites by desirable residents
• lower maintenance and repair costs
• improved property values
• improved safety for owners and managers
• appreciative neighbours
• more time for routine management as opposed to crisis management
• decrease in civil liability

For residents

• a safer and more pleasurable place to live
• owners and managers who care
• longer term residency
• a "community" environment where neighbours help and care for one another
• an increased sense of personal ownership

For police:

• reduced calls for service in apartment communities
• time for more relevant police duties
• cooperation and better relationship with owners, managers and residents for the purposes of crime prevention, detection and enforcement.