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Richmond County Comprehensive Land Use Plan Survey
1.
How would you describe your connection to Richmond County? Please check all that apply.
I'm a resident
I'm a property owner
I'm a business owner
I work In Richmond County
Other (please specify)
None of the above
2.
What best defines Richmond County's character and quality of life?
Please select up to five (5) options.
Sense of community
Location in the region
Transportation Access
Schools
Local businesses
Health and wellness
Natural environment
Farming and agriculture
Recreation and athletics
Cultural assets and community facilities
Housing choices
Other (please specify)
None of the above
3.
Is there a place that illustrates what you appreciate the most about Richmond County? It could be a downtown area, a neighborhood, a workplace, a natural area, etc. Please write the name of the place in the space provided below.
4.
Please identify how important you believe it is to conserve each of the following natural resources in Richmond County on a scale of 1 (most important) to 5 (least important).
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Agricultural land
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Forests
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Water bodies
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Open space for active recreation
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Open space to preserve rural character
Most Important
Somewhat Important
Neutral
Somewhat Unimportant
Least Important
Other (please specify)
5.
Where do you want future growth to occur in Richmond County?
All growth in the county
Most growth in the county
An even mix of growth in the county and municipalities
Most growth in municipalities
All growth in municipalities
6.
The future of Richmond County is dependent upon a variety of factors. Which of the following factors should a comprehensive land-use plan prioritize? (Select up the [5] five.)
Increase public playgrounds
Improve access to Internet/broadband
Increase Parks & Recreation programming and events
River access for boating and fishing
Protect open spaces/forest
Improve road networks In rural areas
Develop incentives to attract large employers
Increase access to public healthcare
Maintaining/Improving water quality
Promote the County to outside employers
Farmland preservation
7.
Which of the following development types do you feel are missing from the County? (Select up to [3] three)
Single-family homes
Large-scale retail (shopping centers)
Townhomes or condos
Professional or medical offices
Apartments
Medical/rehabilitation facilities
Parks and recreation
Service (technical, automotive, etc.)
Industrial/manufacturing
Agriculture and agritourism
Small-scale retail and restaurants
Hotels and lodging
Other (please specify)
None of the above
8.
Which is the single most important role for Richmond County government in the land use and zoning process, If any? (Would not apply to incorporated towns or cities).
Administer the current regulations on property land use
Enhance regulations of property land use
Lessen regulations of property land use
Do not regulate any property land use
9.
In 5-10 words, what makes Richmond County unique or special? Please write your response in the space provided below.
10.
In 5-10 words, what is the biggest challenge facing Richmond County today? Please write your response in the space below.
11.
Fast forward 20 years. In 5-10 words, how would you like to be able to describe Richmond County? Please write your response in the space below.
Current Progress,
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