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Aurora Comprehensive Plan Update | Public Survey | March, 2026
Aurora is updating it's Comprehensive Plan and needs your input about city priorities, housing, and other important topics! Tell us your thoughts below.
1.
Do you reside within or own property within Aurora city limits?
Yes
No
2.
Which statement best reflects Aurora’s future direction?
Focus on preserving and improving existing neighborhoods
Encourage moderate growth and new development
Actively pursue significant growth and expansion
Unsure
3.
If the City could focus on only THREE priorities over the next 5–10 years, which should they be? (Select up to 3)
Improve neighborhoods and address vacant properties
Attract new retail and restaurants
Improve schools
Upgrade infrastructure (water, sewer, stormwater)
Improve roadways and streetscapes
Expand parks and recreation
Support senior housing options
Increase job opportunities
Improve healthcare access
Keep taxes low
4.
What types of housing is needed in Aurora? (Select all that apply)
Single-family homes – small scale/starter homes/empty nester homes
Single-family homes – large scale/family homes/estates
Senior housing – Housing built for seniors (ranch style homes, first floor masters, at-grade entries, etc.)
Senior housing – assisted living, senior care facilities
Townhomes/duplexes
Multi-family – small scale (3-6 units)
Multi-family – large scale (7+ units)
Rehabilitation of existing homes
Accessory dwelling units (garage apartments, in-law suites)
Other
5.
Where should new housing be located? (Select up to 2)
Within existing neighborhoods (infill)
Near downtown
Near parks and schools
Along major roadways
On the edges of the city
Within mixed-use developments
Other
6.
Where are retail, restaurants, and mixed use developments are wanted most?
Near downtown
Along major roadways
On the edges of the city
Other
7.
What types of businesses should Aurora prioritize attracting? (Select up to 3)
Grocery store
Retail shops
Restaurants
Entertainment/recreation
Small local businesses
Industrial/manufacturing
Remote-work coworking spaces
Hotels
Healthcare service
Others
8.
Would you support the city providing financial incentives (grants, fee reductions, tax abatements, etc.) to attract new businesses or to encourage rehabilitation of existing buildings?
Yes
No
Only for certain types of businesses
Unsure
9.
Which areas most need improvement? (Select up to 3)
Roadway appearance and maintenance
Sidewalks and pedestrian connections
Stormwater and drainage
Property maintenance/code enforcement
Downtown appearance
Broadband/fiber internet access
Parks amenities
Public buildings
Other
10.
In one sentence, what should Aurora look like in 10–15 years?
11.
What is one improvement that would most improve your quality of life in Aurora?
12.
Do you have any other thoughts you would like to share about the Comprehensive Plan update?
