Mesa County Attainable Workforce Housing Survey

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

As a valued member of our workforce, your input is crucial in helping us understand the pressures and challenges related to attainable and affordable housing. By sharing your experiences and perspectives, you will provide essential insights that will inform community leaders and policymakers. Our goal is to develop impactful and effective solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in our area.

As a thank you for your time, all survey participants will be entered into a random drawing to win a $100 gift card. Your chance to win is just one more reason to share your valuable insights with us.

Your feedback will play a significant role in shaping strategies and resources that truly meet the needs of our community. We greatly appreciate your participation and commitment to making a difference.

Thank you,
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce and Partners

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* 1. What is your current employment status?

Employed full-time

Employed part-time

Self-employed

Unemployed and looking for work

Unemployed and not looking for work

Retired

Other (please specify)

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* 2. Do you currently own or rent your home?

Own

Rent

Other (e.g., live with family)

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* 3. How long have you been living in your current housing situation?

Less than 6 months

6 months to 1 year

1-3 years

3-5 years

More than 5 years

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* 4. How satisfied are you with your current housing situation?

Very satisfied

Satisfied

Neutral

Dissatisfied

Very dissatisfied

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* 5. What percentage of your household income goes towards housing costs?

Less than 20%

20-30%

30-40%

40-50%

More than 50%

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* 6. How do you define "affordable" housing in terms of monthly cost?

Less than 20% of monthly income

20-30% of monthly income

30-40% of monthly income

More than 40% of monthly income

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* 7. What type of housing would you prefer if it were affordable and available?

Single-family home

Townhouse/Condo

Apartment

Mobile home

Other (please specify)

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* 8. What factors are most important to you when choosing a place to live? (Select up to 3)

Proximity to work

Quality of local schools

Safety of the neighborhood

Availability of public transportation

Access to amenities (e.g., parks, shopping)

Housing size and condition

Other (please specify)

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* 9. What is your biggest challenge in securing affordable housing?

High rental prices

High home purchase prices

Insufficient income

Lack of available housing

High property taxes

Other (please specify)

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* 10. Which stage of the housing process do you find most difficult?

Finding available properties

Securing financing/mortgage

Paying the down payment/security deposit

Meeting income/credit requirements

Managing monthly payments

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Have you experienced any of the following barriers when searching for housing? (Select all that apply)

Discrimination based on income

Lack of affordable options in desired location

Poor credit history

High upfront costs (e.g., security deposit, down payment)

Inadequate housing quality

Other (please specify)

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* 12. What resources would best assist you in securing affordable housing?

Down payment assistance programs

Affordable financing options

Rental assistance programs

Access to better-paying jobs

Financial education/counseling

Other (please specify)

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* 13. What do you believe is the primary cause of the lack of affordable housing in our area?

High demand and low supply

Rising construction costs

Insufficient government support

Real estate speculation/investors

Zoning and land use regulations

Other (please specify)

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* 14. Would you be willing to participate in a program that helps first-time homebuyers or renters if it included financial education?

Yes

Maybe

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* 15. If you are renting, how likely are you to consider purchasing a home in the next 5 years?

Very likely

Somewhat likely

Neutral

Somewhat unlikely

Very unlikely

Not applicable (I currently own my home)

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* 16. What impact does your housing situation have on your job performance and satisfaction?

Positive impact

No impact

Slightly negative impact

Significantly negative impact

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* 17. How has the availability of affordable housing influenced your decision to stay in Mesa County?

It was a major factor in my decision to stay

It influenced my decision, but other factors were more important

It had little to no impact on my decision

have considered leaving Mesa County due to housing costs

I plan to leave Mesa County because of housing costs

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* 18. Which of the following sacrifices have you made (or are willing to make) to afford housing in Mesa County? (Select all that apply)

Choosing a home with fewer amenities (e.g., no garage, smaller yard)

Living in a less convenient location (e.g., farther from work or schools and/or open space or trails)

Opting for simpler finishes and materials (e.g., basic flooring, minimal landscaping)

Reducing energy efficiency or sustainability features

Delaying homeownership or home improvements

I’m not willing to make any sacrifices

Mesa County Attainable Workforce Housing Survey

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* 1. What is your current employment status?

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* 2. Do you currently own or rent your home?

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* 3. How long have you been living in your current housing situation?

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* 4. How satisfied are you with your current housing situation?

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* 5. What percentage of your household income goes towards housing costs?

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* 6. How do you define "affordable" housing in terms of monthly cost?

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* 7. What type of housing would you prefer if it were affordable and available?

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* 8. What factors are most important to you when choosing a place to live? (Select up to 3)

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* 9. What is your biggest challenge in securing affordable housing?

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* 10. Which stage of the housing process do you find most difficult?

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* 11. Have you experienced any of the following barriers when searching for housing? (Select all that apply)

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* 12. What resources would best assist you in securing affordable housing?

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* 13. What do you believe is the primary cause of the lack of affordable housing in our area?

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* 14. Would you be willing to participate in a program that helps first-time homebuyers or renters if it included financial education?

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* 15. If you are renting, how likely are you to consider purchasing a home in the next 5 years?

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* 16. What impact does your housing situation have on your job performance and satisfaction?

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* 17. How has the availability of affordable housing influenced your decision to stay in Mesa County?

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* 18. Which of the following sacrifices have you made (or are willing to make) to afford housing in Mesa County? (Select all that apply)

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* 19. Full Name

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* 20. Email Address