A Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) is a structured follow-up assessment conducted after safety improvements have been implemented.

It answers one critical question:

Did the changes actually reduce risk and improve how the space performs?

Post-Occupancy Evaluation

Measure What Changed. Prove What Works

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Why It Matters

Many properties invest in lighting upgrades, landscaping changes, circulation improvements, or access control adjustments, but rarely measure the impact.

Without evaluation, there is no proof of effectiveness.

A Post-Occupancy Evaluation provides:

Feedback on user perception and behavior

Documentation of improvements and remaining risks to support ongoing risk reduction and performance

Data to support leadership, boards, or investors while guiding strategic adjustments for continued improvement

What We Evaluate

During a POE, we assess:

Crime pattern shifts (if data is available)

Changes in site visibility and activity

User perception of safety

Maintenance performance

Areas that still present opportunity risk

This ensures that your investment in safety design delivers measurable results.

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Who This Is For

Example of our Work - Moore Square Park, Raleigh, NC

Post-Occupancy Evaluations are ideal for:

Why This Is Different

Most firms stop at recommendations.

Dominguez Urban Strategies returns to evaluate impact.

By measuring results, we help clients:

• Strengthen liability defense
• Demonstrate responsible management
• Improve tenant retention
• Support long-term asset value

Safer spaces are not just designed, they are verified.

Call to Action

If you’ve implemented safety improvements and want to understand their impact:

Schedule a Post-Occupancy Evaluation