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MVPO Regional Land Use Plan Public Survey

Public Survey for Defiance, Paulding, and Williams County Residents

Welcome to our regional land use survey! Defiance, Paulding, and Williams counties, in partnership with the Maumee Valley Planning Organization (MVPO) and planning firm Reveille LTD, are seeking your input as we develop a Regional Land Use Plan. Funded by a grant from the Ohio Department of Agriculture, this plan will help our communities protect critical agricultural lands, support smart growth principles, strengthen rural economies, promote agricultural zoning and easement readiness, build county-wide coordination, and enhance data-driven decision-making by local governments and stakeholders. Sharing your perspective provides the real-world insight needed to ensure this plan truly reflects the unique needs and values of our local communities.
1. GEOGRAPHY
1.County of Residence:
2.Which community in Defiance County do you live in or most identify with?
City/Village/Twp. (click below)
Defiance County
Paulding County
Williams County
2. LAND USE & GROWTH MANAGEMENT
3.What should be the primary focus of land use planning in your county / community over the next 15–20 years? (Select your top two)(Required.)
4.What land uses would you like to see maintained or expanded in your community?
Yes
No
Unsure
Residential - Single family on larger lots
Residential - Single family on smaller lots
Residential - Apartments
Residential - Condominiums / Villas
Residential - Senior and Independent Living
Commercial (neighborhood commercial)
Commercial (big box retailers)
Offices
Medical Facilities
Industrial
Parks and Recreation
Community Public Spaces
Agricultural / Agribusiness Uses
Large-Scale Utilities
5.Recent projections from the Ohio Department of Development estimate that Defiance, Paulding and Williams counties will experience a population loss of between 13-19% by 2050. Please indicate your level of concern regarding this projected population loss and its potential impact:
6.I feel that the biggest priority for my community / county should be:
3. HOUSING
7.How well does the current housing stock in your county meet your family’s needs, or the needs of your friends and relatives?
8.What type of housing do you believe is most lacking in your county / community? (Select all that apply)
9.Are there specific housing issues that need addressed in your community (blighted properties, high vacancies, too many rentals, not enough housing diversity, senior housing, etc.)?
4. INFRASTRUCTURE & PUBLIC SERVICES
10.Are there specific locations that need infrastructure improvements? If so, please describe the location and type of improvement:
11.When thinking about utility expansion (water and sewer), which approach do you support most?
12.Are there any community services and amenities that are lacking? If so, please describe where they are lacking and how they could be improved.
5. ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES
13.How important is the preservation of local natural resources to your quality of life?
14.Which environmental issues concern you the most in your region? (Select your top two)
15.How would you rate the availability and quality of parks and outdoor recreation areas in your county?
6. DEMOGRAPHICS & ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
16.Age:
17.Gender
18.I am a:
19.Please tell us any additional information you feel will be important as we help to develop a land us plan for your county:
Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey!
Your input is a vital part of the regional planning process and will directly help local leaders guide future growth and preservation across our communities.

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