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The City of Indianola has started the process to complete a Housing Study and Needs Assessment, and we need your input. The purpose of the Housing Study and Needs Assessment is to determine what type of housing is needed for all residents of Indianola now and in the next 5, 10, and 15 years. Additionally, the study will assess the existing housing stock in Indianola to determine how well it is serving residents and identify areas of improvement.

Engagement for the Housing Study and Needs Assessment has now closed. You may still view the activities below. Thank you to all that participated!

Please answer a few questions below to help the City of Indianola better understand community views of housing. Thank you!

What best describes the type of home you currently live in?
I currently:
Ideally, what type of housing would you prefer to be living in today (regardless of affordability)?
How long have you lived in your current housing unit?
Are you actively looking for a new place to live?
Indicate your level of priority of the following characteristics when choosing a neighborhood to live in.
Very High
High
Neutral
Low
Very Low
Close to family and friends
Close to family and friends
Close to work
Close to work
Close to amenities (such as shopping, health care, downtown center, recreational areas, etc.)
Close to amenities (such as shopping, health care, downtown center, recreational areas, etc.)
Close to public transportation
Close to public transportation
In my affordable price range
In my affordable price range
School system
School system
Size of unit
Size of unit
Infrastructure and utilities are available (sidewalks, water, sewer, internet, etc.)
Infrastructure and utilities are available (sidewalks, water, sewer, internet, etc.)
Land suitability (flood risk, soil type, etc.)
Land suitability (flood risk, soil type, etc.)
Land amenities (size, view, landscaping, etc.)
Land amenities (size, view, landscaping, etc.)
Located near where I grew up
Located near where I grew up
Safety
Safety
Proximity to outdoor recreation
Proximity to outdoor recreation
When thinking about housing in Indianola, please indicate your level of agreement with the need for additional units for each stated housing type.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
High end housing
High end housing
Moderate-income housing
Moderate-income housing
Low-income housing
Low-income housing
Rental housing
Rental housing
Senior housing
Senior housing
Housing for people with physical disabilities
Housing for people with physical disabilities
Housing with supportive services (such as mental wellness care, job training, dormitory etc.)
Housing with supportive services (such as mental wellness care, job training, dormitory etc.)
Click the buttons to set the ranking, first button you click is becomes number 1, second button number 2 etc.
  1. Neighborhood safety #
  2. Quality of housing stock #
  3. Availability of different housing types #
  4. Cost of housing or rent #
  5. Flooding or other natural disasters #
  6. Homelessness #
  7. Cost of repair or maintenance #
  8. Housing discrimination #
  9. Bad landlords or property owners #
Indicate your level of agreement with the following statements about your current housing needs.
Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
My current housing meets my needs today
My current housing meets my needs today
My current housing meets my anticipated needs for the next 10 years
My current housing meets my anticipated needs for the next 10 years
My current housing is in need of major improvements or repairs to remain livable
My current housing is in need of major improvements or repairs to remain livable
My ability to stay in the region depends on finding decent affordable housing
My ability to stay in the region depends on finding decent affordable housing
I do not currently have permanent housing
I do not currently have permanent housing
Click the buttons to set the ranking, first button you click is becomes number 1, second button number 2 etc.
  1. Collaborating with partner agencies (i.e., Warren County Housing Authority, Warren County, Home INC., etc.) #
  2. Promoting and establishing accessory dwelling units/granny flats in appropriate context #
  3. Identify and promote private sector resources #
  4. Align local lenders in special financing for workforce and low-income housing #
  5. Partner with local businesses and industries in developing workforce housing or establishing workforce housing tax credits #
  6. Establishing an exterior maintenance program (i.e., forgivable loan programs or cleanup/maintenance partnerships with nonprofits and neighborhood associations, mini-grant programs) #
  7. Promoting infill development #

Demographics (Optional)

Please answer a few demographic questions about yourself so we can better understand your background.

Do you live in Indianola?
Annual Estimated Household Income
Which of the following best describes you?
What is your employment status? Check all that apply.

Thank you so much for taking the Indianola Housing Study and Needs Assessment survey. Your input will help the City of Indianola better understand housing needs and priorities. Push Submit to confirm your responses.

Thank you for thinking Indianola first! #ThinkIndianolaFirst

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