ADU Tenant Survey The City of Albany regularly conducts Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) rent and use surveys to evaluate how they are being used, the rents that are being charged, and any issues associated with their operation as rental housing units. Survey data will be used to inform any changes that might make the City's ADU regulations work more effectively. All responses will remain anonymous. Question Title * 1. What is the address of the ADU? Question Title * 2. Are you the owner of the ADU? Yes No *If you are the owner but do not reside in the ADU, please take this owner-specific survey instead:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JYYFYXT Question Title * 3. How many bedrooms does the ADU have? 1 2 3+ Question Title * 4. What is the approximate square footage of the ADU? Question Title * 5. How long have you lived in this ADU? Less than a year 1-2 years 2-4 years 4-6 years 6-10 years More than 10 years Question Title * 6. What is the total number of people residing in the ADU? Question Title * 7. Are you a family member of the ADU owner? Yes No Question Title * 8. Are you a domestic helper or caregiver for a resident of the main dwelling unit? Yes No Question Title * 9. What are the ages of the ADU occupants? (Select all that apply) Less than 18 years 18 - 29 years 30 - 42 years 43 - 59 years 60+ years Question Title * 10. Do you have school-age children? Yes No Question Title * 11. If yes, do they attend Albany Public Schools? Yes No Question Title * 12. Why did you choose to live in Albany? Select all that apply. Affordability Schools Work Commute Community Question Title * 13. How much is the monthly rent? Less than $1,000 $1,000 - $1,500 $1,500 - $2,000 $2,000 - $2,500 $2,500 - $3,000 $3,000+ I don’t pay rent Question Title * 14. How many times has your rent been raised by your landlord in the past five years? Never Once Twice Three times or more Question Title * 15. Does rent include the following utilities? Select all that apply. Water Gas/Electric Waste/Recycling Pickup Internet Question Title * 16. If the ADU was offered separately for sale, would you be interested in purchasing it? Yes No Question Title * 17. Rate the overall condition of the ADU. Like new Normal wear Livable but in need of repairs Major repairs needed Question Title * 18. How responsive is your landlord when the unit has problems? Very responsive Somewhat responsive Largely unresponsive Totally unresponsive Question Title * 19. Are you currently employed? Yes No Question Title * 20. If employed, what city do you work in? Question Title * 21. How do you pay for rent? (Select all that apply) Employment earnings Someone else residing in the ADU pays the rent Savings Financial assistance from friends and/or family I am not charged rent Question Title * 22. Are you a full-time college student? Yes No Question Title * 23. Are you retired? Yes No *Questions #24 through #32 are optional. If you would not like to answer them, skip to question #33. Question Title * 24. What is the appropriate total income for your entire household before taxes in 2025? Under $15,000 Between $15,000 and $29,999 Between $30,000 and $49,999 Between $50,000 and $74,999 Between $75,000 and $99,999 Between $100,000 and $150,000 Over $150,000 Question Title * 25. Are you a recipient of a Section 8 housing voucher? Yes No Question Title * 26. Do you think you can afford to continue living in Albany for the next few years? Yes No Question Title * 27. If no, why not? Question Title * 28. If your landlord told you that you had to move out in 60 days, do you think you'd be able to find another place to live in Albany? Yes No Question Title * 29. If no, why not? Question Title * 30. Are you currently looking for or considering moving to a new residence? Yes No Question Title * 31. If yes, why? Question Title * 32. If no, why not? Question Title * 33. In the past five years, have you been in a situation where you had no other housing option other than moving in with friends/relatives, or living on the street, in your car, or in a shelter? Yes No Question Title * 34. Please share any information you’d like the City to know. Question Title * 35. Please provide your email if you'd like to be updated on future news regarding ADUs. Thank you for completing this survey! Done
