Gated Community Basics

gated community access control best practices

05 Oct: Access Control in Gated Communities: Best Practices

The number of gated communities spread across the United States has increased significantly over the past few decades, going from 5,000 in the early 1980s to well over 20,000 today. What attracts so many to this type of living environment? Access control. Of course, that is not the only feature that attracts residents to these types of communities, but it is what sets this type of residential area apart.

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26 Sep: Gated Community Access Control and Self Driving Cars

Technological advances in the self driving cars market raise some questions for residents of gated communities. How to get inside the gate presents concerns for residents who need solutions to a potentially vexing problem. While you cannot buy one just yet, many automakers intend to produce them within a few years. Most gated community access control systems share a common denominator that requires someone to do something. Some gate access systems may need a driver to click a remote control, press a passcode on a callbox or use a smartphone to enter a gate. Makers of access control systems have plans for alternative methods that may make authorized entry easier than ever.

how secure is your gated community

18 Jun: How secure is your gated community?

Security is a significant concern for people residing in gated communities. An effective security system should be put in place so that the gated community may attract and retain residents. There are security mistakes that should be avoided at all costs. By avoiding some of these security mistakes, the gated community will be secure, and it will be easy to attract and retain new residents. Also, we will look into some of the security features that should be present in gated communities.

Biggest Gated Community in America

10 Jun: 4 Biggest Gated Communities in America

Gated communities are staples for the well-off, as well as the famous and powerful. The reasons to build a new life in this sort of environment are numerous. More than just the prestige that comes with knowing that your security is ensured by a protected access point, there’s the sense of unity you’ll find. Things don’t change much in gated communities; they don’t typically allow changes in infrastructure like new roads or buildings, and the home owner’s associations pay strict attention to the conduct of homeowners. Celebrities, CEO’s, and other high-profile people are flocking to these kinds of living situations.

Gate Codes and Access Control

04 Jun: Gate Codes – Access Control in Gated Communities

Modern gated communities control entry into their areas of residence using access codes at the main access control point of the gated zone. The access codes work by restricting entry and prompting you to enter a code before entering the gated community. When you enter the correct code, the gate opens and you are allowed to enter. This article explores the security and management of gate codes in gated communities.

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25 May: The Greatest Gated Communities in Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas, Nevada or “Sin City” isn’t just a haven for gambling joy, shopping, dining out and entertainment glory. That’s because the metropolis is also brimming with amazing options in gated communities. If you want to explore neighborhoods that are optimal for day-to-day convenience, ease and deluxe vibes in general, then there are many diverse options that may be right up your alley. Exploring these Las Vegas gated communities may help you make a strong choice that involves your upcoming relocation project.

Pros and Cons of Living in a Gated Community

11 May: Pros and Cons of Living in a Gated Community

Living in a gated community is an experience that most people would like to have. The sense of prestige and exclusivity that this lifestyle brings with it is a worthwhile goal for many people. However, life in a gated community is not a bed of roses. There are some drawbacks to this choice in housing. If you need to decide whether or not to choose this life, here is an extensive guide on the pros and cons of living in a gated community.