CCTV Installation York

When CCTV cameras capture footage beyond your property boundaries, such as neighbours gardens or parts of the street, then your footage is subject to standard data protection laws. Most people think this means they can't legally film outside of their property boundaries, however, this is incorrect.

It's not illegal to film outside of your property boundaries, as long as you follow data protection laws.

In most cases you won't need prior permission to install CCTV. However there are some exceptions.

If your property is listed you may need to seek permission from your local council planning office before installation.

Another time when permission could be needed to install CCTV is if you're living in rented accommodation. It's wise to seek a landlords permission prior to installing CCTV. In most cases they'll welcome the improvement to security of their property.

In most cases, neighbours can direct CCTV at your property (and vice-versa) as it isn't illegal. However, it can cause a lot of distress and should be avoided unless absolutely necessary.

There is no legal requirement to include signage when you have CCTV on your property, no matter whether if it's residential or business. In some cases, covert cameras are desirable as they can improve security whilst minimise anti social behaviour.

Other times, where a visible deterrent is needed, signage can be used to reaffirm your use of CCTV and discourage would be thieves.

It is a breach of privacy laws to share footage of someone else without their prior consent.

This excludes the police and relevant authorities, which means, if you are the victim of a crime, your CCTV footage can be used during investigation and to help with insurance claims, for example.

CCTV installation depends entirely on the property type and layout of land. With this in mind, their is no set pattern for CCTV.

In most cases, the most effective CCTV systems use a combination of cameras and placement types, to offer maximum coverage and footage quality.