2006 Membership Survey Results

Questions

Yes No No Answer
1.  NWGHA should continue appearing before DRB on individual projects 98% 1% 1%
2.  DRB should review all front façade projects without exemption 87% 11% 2%
3.  Shrink big new homes on big lots below FAR maximum to be compatible 82% 11% 7%
4.  Increase the legal setback to reflect the actual setbacks on each block 79% 12% 9%
5.  Favor voluntary historic districts 79% 14% 7%
6.  Beef up building inspections, including hiring more inspectors 74% 14% 11%
7.  Garden Homes area should have been downzoned to medium density 63% 14% 22%
8.  "Compatibility" should be with homes on block not larger area 60% 34% 6%
9.  Move DRB meetings to evenings 59% 22% 19%
10.  Vote for parcel tax to purchase vacant hillside lots 53% 37% 10%
11.  Favor speed bumps on streets with regular speeding 49% 42% 9%
12.  DRB is doing a good job in your area 41% 43% 16%
13.  Allow creation of flag lots 17% 73% 10%
14.  Allow garages in front where other garages on block are not in front 12% 81% 7%
15.  "Compatibility" should be with future, not existing homes 11% 86% 3%
16.  Homes should be allowed to exceed FAR maximum 7% 87% 7%
     

17.  Over last 5 years, has your neighborhood--                       Stayed the same

52%    
Improved 17%    
Declined 27%    
Not sure 1%    

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