Community Management: Safety and Security
Something that people prioritize when looking for a new home is how safe that community is, especially for young kids or seniors.
Here are some things to keep in mind when trying to make a community as secure as possible:
Severe Weather
- MHCs face heightened risk from tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods
- Having a written emergency action plan (EAP)
- Community storm shelters — requirements, funding, and placement
- Warning systems: sirens, mass text/call alerts, door-to-door protocols
- Evacuation routes and procedures
- Coordinating with local emergency management agencies
- Post-storm damage assessment and resident communication
Other Emergencies
- Fire prevention and response protocols
- Gas leak and utility emergency procedures
- Medical emergency response (AED placement, etc.)
- Power outage management
- Flood and water intrusion response
Surveillance
- Camera placement strategy (entrances, common areas, blind spots)
- Camera types (IP, PTZ, license plate readers)
- Storage and retention policies for footage
- Signage requirements for camera use
- Resident privacy considerations
- Remote monitoring options
Access Control
- Gated entry systems (keypads, fobs, intercoms)
- Visitor management and guest check-in
- Delivery and contractor access protocols
- Perimeter fencing and natural barriers
- Controlling secondary/emergency entrances
Community Policing
- Building relationships with local law enforcement
- Requesting regular patrol presence
- Neighborhood watch programs
- Tip lines and anonymous reporting
- Trespass authorization agreements with police
Traffic & Pedestrian Safety
- Speed limit posting and enforcement (speed bumps, signage)
- Parking rules and abandoned vehicle management
- Pedestrian walkways and crossings
- School bus stop safety
- Golf cart and utility vehicle regulations
- Blind intersection mitigation
- Children at play signage and zones
Discussion:
What is one category that you have seen manufactured home communities take care of well?
What category have you seen that could use the most attention and work?
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