Urban Squatting

I've had an interest in UrbExing, and abandoned facilities for over a decade and I'm thinking about setting up a semi-long term squat in a city nearby. I remember seeing a fellow on vimeo a while back who had clambered together his own little shack beneath a motorway. Something less conventional like that would also be within my scope. I'm not new to urban exploration but I've never stayed in a building for more than a night or two. What can I do about security? Avoiding LE, landlords, criminals roaming the area? Coming and going stealthily shouldn't be a problem for me, but obviously the risk of being seen increases with frequency. As far as nourishment goes, one US gallon of water lasts me a little over two days, and I have no problem sustaining myself off foods that don't require cooking or refrigeration. Electricity would be another concern and would be a major factor in my choice of location. I've noticed a handful of electrical outlets near lamp posts in the areas I've scouted, no idea if they're live or not. Does anyone here have any experience squatting?

>>7761 Almost all of these factors change extremely from country to country, so, where are you at?

> criminals roaming the area? Technically that includes you. Try to remember that when you cross paths... you don't get to call the cops.

https://stw.darknedgy.net/index.php?title=Squatting

>>7761 As >>7925 said, it's all very dependent on where you live. I have known some squatters from being involved in punk and anarchist scenes, but I've never actually done it myself (although I'll probably be forced to soon), so take my advice with a pinch of salt. >What can I do about security? rule number 1 of squatting, once you've gained access to a squat your first order of business should be changing all the locks, fixing broken windows and securing it like you would any other house. Having some basic self defense tools is never a bad thing either, just be careful not to bring them out on cops unless you like getting shot. >Avoiding LE, landlords, criminals roaming the area? Landlords all you can do is have a better knowledge of the law than them and DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. As for criminals you'll probably be fine if you followed my previous tip, you're on their side anyway. Good communication skills go a long way in de-escalating encounters with people who are trying to hurt you. It's unlikely you'll have anything worth stealing anyway, you should be fine. >Electricity would be another concern and would be a major factor in my choice of location. When you move into a squat, immediately get evidence of the electricity meter and call up the company to apply. This way you'll have evidence that you are at least trying to go the legal route.

>>7945 > As for criminals you'll probably be fine if you followed my previous tip, you're on their side anyway. You might even be expected to ask permission from gang leaders because the gangs have their own uses for abandoned property. I'm serious. Keeping good relations with the neighbors helps. Like Lain said about fixing windows, etc. People will assume you're supposed to be there and might be happy that someone finally mowed the grass in front of that eyesore.