The Coats Police Department provides free property security checks for eligible residents who will be away from home for an extended period.

Property Security Check Program

The Coats Police Department provides a free property security check for residents who will be away from their homes for an extended period, not to exceed 30 days.

This public service provides residents with additional peace of mind while they are away and helps officers identify potential problems involving the property.

What Officers Check

After a Property Check Request has been submitted, Coats Police officers will periodically check the residence during the homeowner's absence as calls for service and officer availability permit.

If an officer discovers evidence of a break-in, property damage, or another problem requiring attention, the department will attempt to contact the homeowner and/or designated emergency contact and take appropriate police action.

Who Qualifies?

Eligible Properties ✓ Residence is within the incorporated limits of the Town of Coats. ✓ Homeowner or resident is temporarily away. ✓ Absence does not exceed 30 days. ✓ Completed Property Check Request Form is submitted.

Properties Not Eligible •   Occupied residences, including homes where a house sitter or another person will be staying during the owner's absence. •   Rental properties that are vacant between tenants. •   Vacant or unoccupied homes where no one currently resides.

What Is Not Included?

Property checks are a police security service and do not include household or property-maintenance services.

Animals Officers cannot feed or care for pets or other animals.	Plants & Lawns Officers cannot water plants, gardens, or lawns.
Mail & Packages Officers cannot collect mail, newspapers, or packages.	Property Maintenance Officers cannot perform maintenance or similar household services.

Download and complete the Property Check Request Form before leaving your residence.

DOWNLOAD PROPERTY CHECK FORM

Submit Your Completed Form

Completed and signed forms may be delivered or mailed to:

If you are unable to download or print the form, you may visit the Coats Police Department to pick up a copy.

Please Note: Property checks are conducted as calls for service and officer availability permit. Participation in the Property Security Check Program does not guarantee that a residence will be checked at a specific time or frequency and does not constitute continuous surveillance of the property.