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Marshes District Plan Community Survey

Marshes District Plan Community Survey

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Are you a full-time resident of Hilton Head Island?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 97.9% 47
No 2.1% 1

How satisfied are you with the quality of life on Hilton Head Island?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Satisfied 31.3% 15
Satisfied 54.2% 26
Neutral 10.4% 5
Dissatisfied 4.2% 2

What is your primary connection to the Marshes District?

Response Percent Response Count
Resident 91.7% 44
Business Owner 2.1% 1
Visitor 2.1% 1
Other 4.2% 2

How often do you visit the Marshes District?

Response Percent Response Count
Daily 83.3% 40
Weekly 8.3% 4
Monthly 6.3% 3
Rarely 2.1% 1

Age

Response Percent Response Count
19-34 2.1% 1
35-49 10.4% 5
50-64 35.4% 17
65 or older 52.1% 25

Please select your gender

Response Percent Response Count
Female 29.2% 14
Male 66.7% 32
Prefer not to answer 4.2% 2

What is your annual household income? (This information helps us understand affordability challenges and housing needs.)

Response Percent Response Count
Under $25,000 2.1% 1
$25,000 - $49,999 2.1% 1
$50,000 - $74,999 8.3% 4
$75,000 - $99,999 2.1% 1
$100,000 - $149,999 18.8% 9
$150,000 or more 37.5% 18
Prefer not to answer 29.2% 14

Which race or ethnicity best describes you?

Response Percent Response Count
Black or African American 4.2% 2
White/Caucasian 81.3% 39
Prefer not to answer 14.6% 7

The district holds about 2,400 residents, only around 6% of the Island’s total, but has more full- time residents compared to other parts of the Island. How do you feel about the current population density in the Marshes District?

Response Percent Response Count
Too High 33.3% 16
Just Right 64.6% 31
No Opinion 2.1% 1

The Marshes District is characterized by its low-density residential areas and historical significance. How important is it to preserve this character?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Important 70.8% 34
Important 22.9% 11
Neutral 4.2% 2
Low Importance 2.1% 1

Considering that the average age in the Marshes District is 40.5 years, making it the second youngest district, how well do you think the community meets the needs of younger residents?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Well 6.3% 3
Well 29.2% 14
Neutral 45.8% 22
Poorly 14.6% 7
Very Poorly 4.2% 2

Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) are residential properties that are affordable to low- and moderate-income households without direct government subsidies or affordability requirements. How important is it to preserve NOAH in the Marshes District?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Important 25.0% 12
Important 25.0% 12
Neutral 18.8% 9
Low Importance 18.8% 9
Not at all important 12.5% 6

What concerns do you have regarding potential redevelopment in the district? (Select all that apply)

Response Percent Response Count
Displacement of residents or businesses 45.8% 22
Impact on historic character 62.5% 30
Increased traffic and congestion 85.4% 41
Environmental concerns 60.4% 29
Zoning and density allowances 77.1% 37
Other 25.0% 12

The district has no major parks and limited park access, excluding Old House Creek Dock and Beaufort County Boat Landing. How important is it to improve access to parks and recreational areas in the district?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Important 41.7% 20
Important 33.3% 16
Neutral 18.8% 9
Low Importance 4.2% 2
Not at all important 2.1% 1

What types of amenities or facilities would you like to see more of in the district? (Select all that apply)

Response Percent Response Count
Parks and open spaces 80.9% 38
Boat landings and waterfront access 36.2% 17
Small-scale retail shops 19.1% 9
Cultural and educational centers 23.4% 11
Other 25.5% 12

Do you believe conservation of neighborhood character and development patterns are important in the Marshes district?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 77.1% 37
No 4.2% 2
Somewhat 16.7% 8
No Opinion 2.1% 1

How important is it to enhance water quality in the marshes and waterways of the district?

Response Percent Response Count
Very Important 56.3% 27
Important 29.2% 14
Neutral 12.5% 6
Not at all important 2.1% 1

Do you believe cultural and historic assets are being appropriately protected, supported, and celebrated in the Marshes district?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 27.1% 13
No 45.8% 22
Somewhat 22.9% 11
No Opinion 4.2% 2

Directions: Pick two images that best represent the district’s theme.

Response Percent Response Count
Theme 1 22.9% 11
Theme 2 27.1% 13
Theme 3 33.3% 16
Theme 4 16.7% 8
Theme 5 8.3% 4
Theme 6 29.2% 14
Theme 7 29.2% 14
Theme 8 31.3% 15

Do you feel this vision accurately represents what the Marshes District should become?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Agree 55.3% 26
Agree 31.9% 15
Neither Agree or Disagree 8.5% 4
Disagree 4.3% 2
Kevin Saul inside Town Limits
April 21, 2025, 6:52 PM
  • Are you a full-time resident of Hilton Head Island?
    • Yes
  • How satisfied are you with the quality of life on Hilton Head Island?
    • Very Satisfied
  • What is your primary connection to the Marshes District?
    • Other - Nearby Resident
  • How often do you visit the Marshes District?
    • Daily
  • Age
    • 50-64
  • Please select your gender
    • Male
  • What is your annual household income? (This information helps us understand affordability challenges and housing needs.)
    • $100,000 - $149,999
  • Which race or ethnicity best describes you?
    • White/Caucasian
  • The district holds about 2,400 residents, only around 6% of the Island’s total, but has more full- time residents compared to other parts of the Island. How do you feel about the current population density in the Marshes District?
    • Just Right
  • The Marshes District is characterized by its low-density residential areas and historical significance. How important is it to preserve this character?
    • Very Important
  • Considering that the average age in the Marshes District is 40.5 years, making it the second youngest district, how well do you think the community meets the needs of younger residents?
    • Well
  • Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) are residential properties that are affordable to low- and moderate-income households without direct government subsidies or affordability requirements. How important is it to preserve NOAH in the Marshes District?
    • Important
  • What concerns do you have regarding potential redevelopment in the district? (Select all that apply)
    • Increased traffic and congestion
    • Environmental concerns
    • Zoning and density allowances
  • The district has no major parks and limited park access, excluding Old House Creek Dock and Beaufort County Boat Landing. How important is it to improve access to parks and recreational areas in the district?
    • Neutral
  • What types of amenities or facilities would you like to see more of in the district? (Select all that apply)
    • Parks and open spaces
    • Other - Maintain all natural area's no new construction where existing structures dont exsist.
  • Do you believe conservation of neighborhood character and development patterns are important in the Marshes district?
    • Yes
  • How important is it to enhance water quality in the marshes and waterways of the district?
    • Very Important
  • Do you believe cultural and historic assets are being appropriately protected, supported, and celebrated in the Marshes district?
    • Somewhat
  • Directions: Pick two images that best represent the district’s theme.
    • Theme 3
    • Theme 7
  • Do you feel this vision accurately represents what the Marshes District should become?
    • Agree
  • What aspects of this vision do you believe will most benefit the community? (Select all that apply)
    • Preservation of low-density residential character
    • Other - No new construction except where building already exist.
  • The district serves full-time residents, native islanders and historic neighborhoods as well as marina users and boat landing users, and multiple church congregations. How well do you think the district currently serves these groups?
    • Well
  • What aspects of the district should be preserved? (Select all that apply)
    • Water quality of waterways and marshes
    • Other - Current level of natuaral landscaping should not be infringed on for new construction of any kind.
  • Which activation strategies should the district focus on to enhance its identity and community engagement? (Select all that apply)
    • Improvement of aging commercial areas (e.g., Spanish Wells Rd.)
    • Other - Current level of natuaral landscaping should not be infringed on for new construction of any kind.
  • What types of businesses would you like to see more of in the Marshes District? (Select all that apply)
    • Other - None.
  • Do you believe cultural and historic assets are being appropriately protected, supported, and celebrated in the Marshes district?
    • Somewhat
  • Should the following focus areas should be part of the planning process for the Marshes district?
    • Town-owned Paddocks Property - Yes
    • Bryant Road Redevelopment - No Opinion
    • Neighborhood Scale Commercial (Small Scale Retail) - No
  • Please provide any comments on these focus areas and identify any that we have missed.
    No response.
  • How would you rate the accessibility of the district for:
    • Pedestrians - Good
    • Cyclists - Good
    • People with Disabilities - Good
  • How interested would you be in using additional transit services, like the Breeze Trolly, if it were available in the district?
    • Low interest
  • How important is public access to marsh, creek, and parks and open space areas for community recreation and education?
    • Neutral
  • What improvements would you like to see in the district’s transportation and connectivity? (Select all that apply)
    • Other - No new roads, maintain what we have.
  • How satisfied are you with the level of community involvement in the Marshes district planning efforts to date (i.e. community engagement meeting and public survey)?
    • Satisfied
  • Would you be interested in participating in future Town meetings or workshops?
    • Yes
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