Community Survey

The City of Englewood is developing a Long-Range Affordable Housing Plan to guide decisions about housing for our community. Your input will directly shape what that plan includes, who it serves, and what the City prioritizes. This survey takes about 5 to 10 minutes. All responses are anonymous.

Section 1: About You

Are you a resident of Englewood?

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Yes

No, but I work in Englewood

No, but I have another connection to Englewood

If you are an Englewood resident, which neighborhood do you live in?

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What is your employment status?

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Full-time

Part-time

Student

Retired

Unemployed

What is your approximate annual household income?

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Under $10,000

$10,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 to $34,999

$35,000 to $49,999

$50,000 to $74,999

$75,000 to $99,999

$100,000 to $124,999

$125,000 to $149,999

$150,000 to $199,999

$200,000 or more

Unknown/Prefer not to say

How many people live in your home, including yourself? Include everyone who lives there full time, including children, partners, and other family members or roommates.

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5 or more

Do you identify as Hispanic or Latino/a/x?

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Yes

Prefer Not to Say

How do you describe your race? (Select all that apply)

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White

Black or African American

Asian

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

American Indian or Alaska Native

Middle Eastern or North African

Prefer not to say

Prefer to self-describe

How would you identify your gender?

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Female

Male

Non-binary

Prefer not to answer

Prefer to self-describe

Does anyone in your household have a disability or accessibility need that affects your housing?

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Yes

Prefer Not to Say

Section 2: Your Housing Situation

10.

Do you rent or own your home?

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I rent

I own

I live with family or friends (no lease or mortgage in my name)

I am currently unhoused

Other (please specify)

11.

How would you describe the type of home you currently live in?

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Apartment

Townhome / Rowhome

Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

Single-family home

Mobile home

Unhoused

Other (please specify)

12.

What is your approximate monthly housing cost, including rent or mortgage, utilities, and fees?

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Under $1,000

$1,000 to $1,499

$1,500 to $1,999

$2,000 to $2,499

$2,500 to $2,999

$3,000 to $3,499

$3,500 or more

Prefer not to say

13.

How concerned are you that you will be able to afford to stay in Englewood over the next five years?

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Very concerned

Somewhat concerned

Not very concerned

Not concerned at all

14.

In the past year, have you or anyone in your household experienced any of the following because of housing costs? (Select all that apply)

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Faced risk of eviction or foreclosure

Moved in with family or friends to save money

Moved to a different home because of cost

Skipped meals, medical care, or other necessities to pay for housing

Took on extra work or a second job to keep up with housing costs

Considered leaving Englewood

Lost housing entirely

None of the above

15.

What are the biggest housing challenges you or your household face in Englewood today? (Select up to 3)

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Monthly rent or mortgage is too high

I cannot save enough for a down payment

I cannot find housing that fits my household’s size or needs

My housing is in poor condition or needs major repairs

I am worried about future rent increases

I am at risk of eviction or foreclosure

There is not enough housing available to choose from

My housing is not accessible for my needs

I am not facing major housing challenges

Other (please specify)

Section 3: Priorities for the Plan

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What types of housing should Englewood focus on adding or preserving over the next 20 years? (Select up to 3)

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Homes for purchase at prices working families can afford

Rental housing for very low income households

Rental housing for moderate income households

Housing for older adults and seniors

Housing for people experiencing homelessness

Accessible housing for people with disabilities

Missing middle housing such as duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, and ADUs

17.

What should the City prioritize to make housing more accessible in Englewood? (Select up to 3)

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Expand financial help for renters and first-time homebuyers

Increase city funding dedicated to affordable housing

Preserve existing affordable housing before it is lost

Make it faster and easier for new housing to get built

Update zoning to allow more types of housing in more parts of the city

Support development of denser housing within a mile of a light rail or bus station

Support programs that combine housing with services like job training or counseling

Other (please specify)

18.

Which of the following would most help you or your household stay in Englewood?

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Lower rent or mortgage costs

Help paying for home repairs or maintenance

More housing options to choose from in Englewood

Access to financial counseling or homebuyer education

Nothing, I am not at risk of leaving Englewood

Other (please specify)

Section 4: In Your Own Words

These questions are optional.

19.

Looking 20-years ahead, what do you hope Englewood will look like when it comes to housing?

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20.

Has the cost of housing in Englewood affected your daily life? If so, how?

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21.

What is one thing you would want City leaders to know about housing in Englewood?

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