ABSTRACT
The ultimate goal of any crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) program is to not only reduce crime and the fear of crime, but to also improve the quality of life for everyone who utilizes the property for work or play. CPTED is not a new concept, but it has gained popularity in recent decades because of the proven effectiveness of the environmentally pleasing crime prevention techniques. There are some basic theories of first-generation CPTED theory, including natural access control, natural surveillance, territoriality, and maintenance, all of which are a part of the overall image a country club wants to project to not only the members of the club, but to members of the community as well. Traditionally, access control and surveillance, as design concepts, have emphasized mechanical crime prevention techniques while overlooking or minimizing the use of the physical environment. Channelization and territoriality are two of the fundamental principles that are present in the private club setting.
