Under the special checks program, DPS officers check the exterior of registered properties for signs of criminal activity or security breaches at peak travel times during Thanksgiving, Spring and Winter Breaks.

Winter Break: Special checks will begin on Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at 5 p.m. through Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at 3 p.m.

The program is available at no extra charge to residents in the Penn patrol zone, bounded by 30th Street west to 43rd Street and from Baltimore Avenue north to Market Street.

Students, faculty and staff who live in the patrol zone are encouraged to register their residence below. Be sure to list your contact information, other occupants, landlord if applicable, vacancy dates, scheduled repairs, and someone other than a landlord with access or a key to the property.

Register for a special check at https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/contact/propertycheck/.

Penn Police will periodically check the exterior of registered properties for signs of criminal activity or security breaches during the break. Special checks cannot be provided for interior areas of apartment complexes.

Remember to close and lock all doors and windows before you leave, and arrange for packages to be delivered elsewhere while you are away. Avoid Package Theft: Have a Plan! https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/avoid-package-theft-have-a-plan/.

If you will not be at home when a package arrives, remember to make arrangements for safe delivery. Make use of the Amazon@Penn location in 1920 Commons, use the Residential Services Off-Campus package holding service (for students), check with your landlord to see if they offer package services, or use other package service locations.