We invite you to share your thoughts through this survey to help us start meaningful conversations and take first steps towards tackling housing issues in Harrisville. Your input is crucial, so please complete the survey by November 15, 2024.

-The Housing Research Project Team: Lisa Anderson, Paul Clark, Ned Hulbert, Don Scott and Sherry Sims

Definitions:
  • Affordable Housing: Homeowner or renter household spends 30% or less of their annual household income on monthly mortgage or rent.
  • Age-in-place (Seniors): Staying in place where you live now or moving to other housing located in town.

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* 1. In what kind of housing do you live?

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* 2. Do you know anyone who wanted to move to Harrisville but could not because of a lack of affordable options?

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* 3. How important is it to have affordable housing available for young families?

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* 4. Do we have enough affordable housing for young families?

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* 5. How important is it to have affordable housing for seniors who wish to age-in-place?

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* 6. Do we have enough affordable housing for seniors to age-in-place?

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* 7. What do you think are the main obstacles to affordable housing in Harrisville? (Select each item that applies)

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* 8. What types of housing do you think are most needed in our town? (Select each item that applies)

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* 9. Where do you think new housing should be located? (Select each item that applies)

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* 10. What are the main benefits or positive effects of developing more affordable housing in our town? (Select each item that applies)

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* 11. What are the main drawbacks or negative effects of developing more affordable housing in our town? (Select each item that applies)

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* 12. What is your age group?

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* 13. If you have any other comments, thoughts, or questions, please feel free to share here.

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* 14. If you are interested in participating in Focus Group discussions about housing in Harrisville, or in attending Community Conversations on Housing, please share your email here to be informed of participation opportunities:

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* 15. If you would rather leave a phone number instead of an email, please leave your phone number here:

Thank you for completing the survey. Please consider attending one of our Community Conversations on housing to be scheduled later in the fall; we will send dates of Community Conversations to you by email or phone. We encourage you to check the Town website at www.harrisvillenh.org and scroll down the page for information on the Housing Research Project. We will begin to present more information on housing questions, resources, and innovative models on the Town website by late September. Also, if you have questions or concerns, you can contact us individually via our contact information on the Town website.

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