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What would you like to see for the future of housing in Sammamish?

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226 registered responses


When looking for a place to live, what factors do you believe are important (select all that apply)?

Response Percent Response Count
Proximity to daily needs like restaurants, grocery stores, and recreation 64.6% 146
Potential to stay in the home for a long time 58.0% 131
Proximity to work 56.6% 128
Diversity of ages, cultures or ethnic backgrounds 30.1% 68
Feeling of privacy in neighborhood 63.7% 144
Size of home 46.0% 104
Walkability 47.3% 107
Proximity to bus/transit 40.3% 91
Price/rent 70.8% 160
Safety 79.2% 179
Proximity to major freeway 23.9% 54
A quiet neighborhood 75.2% 170
Quality schools 73.5% 166
Close proximity to parks and open spaces 57.5% 130
Sense of community 50.9% 115
Diversity of architecture in neighborhood 20.4% 46
Traffic 65.9% 149
Other 10.6% 24

Which of these statements reflect Sammamish today?

Lack of very small housing, such as "micro-housing," cottages and small houses in single-family neighborhoods
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 11.5% 26
Somewhat Disagree 8.0% 18
Neutral 21.7% 49
Somewhat Agree 19.9% 45
Strongly Agree 38.1% 86
Redevelopment of existing housing into new housing.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 14.6% 33
Somewhat Disagree 9.3% 21
Neutral 26.1% 59
Somewhat Agree 23.0% 52
Strongly Agree 26.1% 59
Lack of specialized senior housing options.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 11.1% 25
Somewhat Disagree 15.9% 36
Neutral 27.4% 62
Somewhat Agree 22.6% 51
Strongly Agree 21.2% 48
Housing is near amenities.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 12.4% 28
Somewhat Disagree 18.1% 41
Neutral 28.8% 65
Somewhat Agree 29.6% 67
Strongly Agree 10.2% 23
Homes that accommodate extended families or multi-generational arrangements are plentiful.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 10.6% 24
Somewhat Disagree 21.2% 48
Neutral 21.7% 49
Somewhat Agree 25.2% 57
Strongly Agree 20.4% 46
Lack of overall housing stock.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 15.5% 35
Somewhat Disagree 12.4% 28
Neutral 31.0% 70
Somewhat Agree 23.5% 53
Strongly Agree 15.9% 36
New housing is well designed and fits with the character of the neighborhood.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 40.7% 92
Somewhat Disagree 23.9% 54
Neutral 15.0% 34
Somewhat Agree 14.6% 33
Strongly Agree 4.4% 10
Few housing opportunities for families, especially younger families.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 10.6% 24
Somewhat Disagree 13.7% 31
Neutral 16.8% 38
Somewhat Agree 23.0% 52
Strongly Agree 35.0% 79
Affordable housing options are hard to come by.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 4.9% 11
Somewhat Disagree 5.3% 12
Neutral 11.5% 26
Somewhat Agree 19.9% 45
Strongly Agree 57.1% 129
There are a variety of housing types that have easy access to transit.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 30.1% 68
Somewhat Disagree 27.0% 61
Neutral 19.0% 43
Somewhat Agree 16.4% 37
Strongly Agree 7.1% 16

Have you, or anyone you know, had trouble finding a place to live in Sammamish in the last five years?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 64.7% 145
No 35.3% 79

(If Yes to Question 3) What kept you, or someone you know, from finding a place to live?

Response Percent Response Count
Cost of housing 72.5% 116
Preferred housing size not available 7.5% 12
Housing type not available (e.g. apartment, townhouse, etc.) 3.8% 6
Amenities not available (e.g. schools, shopping, recreation, etc.) 1.9% 3
Not close enough to bus/transit service 5.6% 9
No housing availability in a desired neighborhood (e.g. Klahanie, Inglewood, Sahalee, Pine Lake, Sammamish Town Center, etc.) 8.8% 14

Which of these statements are successful outcomes for Sammamish in the next 20 years?

There is a range of housing options for households at all stages of life.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 16.9% 38
Somewhat Disagree 8.4% 19
Neutral 11.1% 25
Somewhat Agree 22.7% 51
Strongly Agree 40.4% 91
There are opportunities to "age in place," either in your current home or housing specifically for seniors.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 7.6% 17
Somewhat Disagree 8.9% 20
Neutral 14.2% 32
Somewhat Agree 32.4% 73
Strongly Agree 35.6% 80
There is housing available for local employees earning $25,000 to $60,000 each year.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 24.0% 54
Somewhat Disagree 13.3% 30
Neutral 14.2% 32
Somewhat Agree 17.3% 39
Strongly Agree 30.2% 68
There is a range of housing affordable to a wide range of incomes, including lower incomes (less than $25,000).
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 27.6% 62
Somewhat Disagree 14.7% 33
Neutral 21.3% 48
Somewhat Agree 17.8% 40
Strongly Agree 17.8% 40
The City helps stabilize neighborhoods by preserving existing housing and maintaining its relative affordability.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 15.1% 34
Somewhat Disagree 9.3% 21
Neutral 19.6% 44
Somewhat Agree 24.4% 55
Strongly Agree 31.1% 70
The City helps increase homeownership opportunities for a wider range of household types.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 19.6% 44
Somewhat Disagree 13.3% 30
Neutral 23.6% 53
Somewhat Agree 20.0% 45
Strongly Agree 22.7% 51
The City includes higher density housing opportunities close to good transit service.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 24.0% 54
Somewhat Disagree 17.3% 39
Neutral 16.0% 36
Somewhat Agree 24.9% 56
Strongly Agree 17.8% 40
New housing should fit and preserve the character of the existing community.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 3.6% 8
Somewhat Disagree 4.4% 10
Neutral 11.1% 25
Somewhat Agree 24.9% 56
Strongly Agree 55.6% 125
New housing should provide a diversity of architecture.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 9.3% 21
Somewhat Disagree 10.2% 23
Neutral 25.8% 58
Somewhat Agree 24.9% 56
Strongly Agree 28.9% 65
New housing should protect critical environmental features.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 1.8% 4
Somewhat Disagree 0.4% 1
Neutral 8.0% 18
Somewhat Agree 14.7% 33
Strongly Agree 74.2% 167
There are opportunities for young households (including students and entry level workers) through individual or group living arrangements.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 20.9% 47
Somewhat Disagree 12.0% 27
Neutral 21.3% 48
Somewhat Agree 26.7% 60
Strongly Agree 18.2% 41
There is more single family housing for families.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 8.4% 19
Somewhat Disagree 11.6% 26
Neutral 31.1% 70
Somewhat Agree 30.2% 68
Strongly Agree 17.8% 40
There is housing available for adults with special needs.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly Disagree 7.1% 16
Somewhat Disagree 8.9% 20
Neutral 40.9% 92
Somewhat Agree 24.4% 55
Strongly Agree 17.3% 39

Do you work in Sammamish?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 19.0% 43
No 81.0% 183

How long have you lived/worked in Sammamish?

Response Percent Response Count
Fewer than 5 years 15.5% 35
5-10 years 20.8% 47
10-20 years 35.8% 81
More than 20 years 27.0% 61
I do not live or work in Sammamish 0.9% 2

What is your annual household income?

Response Percent Response Count
Under $25,000 1.4% 3
$25,000 - $50,000 2.3% 5
$50,001 - $75,000 8.3% 18
$75,001 - $100,000 7.8% 17
$100,001 - $150,000 25.3% 55
$150,001 - $200,000 21.7% 47
Over $200,000 33.2% 72

How much do you pay in mortgage/rent each month?

Response Percent Response Count
Under $600 11.5% 24
$600 - $1000 2.4% 5
$1001 - $1700 12.9% 27
$1701 - $2000 13.4% 28
$2001 - $3000 33.0% 69
Over $3000 26.8% 56

Which of the following best describes your current residence?

Response Percent Response Count
Own single-family house 85.8% 194
Own townhouse 2.7% 6
Own condo 3.1% 7
Rent single-family house/duplex/triplex 2.7% 6
Rent apartment 2.2% 5
Rent room 0.9% 2
Other 2.7% 6
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April 10, 2018, 9:49 PM
  • When looking for a place to live, what factors do you believe are important (select all that apply)?
    • Proximity to daily needs like restaurants, grocery stores, and recreation
    • Proximity to work
    • Feeling of privacy in neighborhood
    • Size of home
    • Walkability
    • Price/rent
    • Safety
    • A quiet neighborhood
    • Quality schools
    • Close proximity to parks and open spaces
    • Sense of community
    • Diversity of architecture in neighborhood
    • Other - Need to work from home so fast internet and solid-clear mobile essential
  • Which of these statements reflect Sammamish today?
    • Lack of very small housing, such as "micro-housing," cottages and small houses in single-family neighborhoods - Strongly Agree
    • Redevelopment of existing housing into new housing. - Somewhat Agree
    • Lack of specialized senior housing options. - Strongly Agree
    • Housing is near amenities. - Strongly Disagree
    • Homes that accommodate extended families or multi-generational arrangements are plentiful. - Somewhat Disagree
    • Lack of overall housing stock. - Neutral
    • New housing is well designed and fits with the character of the neighborhood. - Somewhat Disagree
    • Few housing opportunities for families, especially younger families. - Strongly Agree
    • Affordable housing options are hard to come by. - Strongly Agree
    • There are a variety of housing types that have easy access to transit. - Strongly Disagree
  • Have you, or anyone you know, had trouble finding a place to live in Sammamish in the last five years?
    • Yes
  • (If Yes to Question 3) What kept you, or someone you know, from finding a place to live?
    • Cost of housing
  • Which of these statements are successful outcomes for Sammamish in the next 20 years?
    • There is a range of housing options for households at all stages of life. - Strongly Agree
    • There are opportunities to "age in place," either in your current home or housing specifically for seniors. - Strongly Agree
    • There is housing available for local employees earning $25,000 to $60,000 each year. - Strongly Agree
    • There is a range of housing affordable to a wide range of incomes, including lower incomes (less than $25,000). - Strongly Agree
    • The City helps stabilize neighborhoods by preserving existing housing and maintaining its relative affordability. - Strongly Agree
    • The City helps increase homeownership opportunities for a wider range of household types. - Strongly Agree
    • The City includes higher density housing opportunities close to good transit service. - Strongly Agree
    • New housing should fit and preserve the character of the existing community. - Strongly Agree
    • New housing should provide a diversity of architecture. - Strongly Agree
    • New housing should protect critical environmental features. - Strongly Agree
    • There are opportunities for young households (including students and entry level workers) through individual or group living arrangements. - Strongly Agree
    • There is more single family housing for families. - Strongly Disagree
    • There is housing available for adults with special needs. - Strongly Agree
  • Do you work in Sammamish?
    • Yes
  • How long have you lived/worked in Sammamish?
    • 10-20 years
  • What is your annual household income?
    • $100,001 - $150,000
  • How much do you pay in mortgage/rent each month?
    • Under $600
  • Which of the following best describes your current residence?
    • Own single-family house
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Strongly Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Neutral
Somewhat Agree
Strongly Agree
Lack of very small housing, such as "micro-housing," cottages and small houses in single-family neighborhoods
Redevelopment of existing housing into new housing.
Lack of specialized senior housing options.
Housing is near amenities.
Homes that accommodate extended families or multi-generational arrangements are plentiful.
Lack of overall housing stock.
New housing is well designed and fits with the character of the neighborhood.
Few housing opportunities for families, especially younger families.
Affordable housing options are hard to come by.
There are a variety of housing types that have easy access to transit.
Strongly Disagree
Somewhat Disagree
Neutral
Somewhat Agree
Strongly Agree
There is a range of housing options for households at all stages of life.
There are opportunities to "age in place," either in your current home or housing specifically for seniors.
There is housing available for local employees earning $25,000 to $60,000 each year.
There is a range of housing affordable to a wide range of incomes, including lower incomes (less than $25,000).
The City helps stabilize neighborhoods by preserving existing housing and maintaining its relative affordability.
The City helps increase homeownership opportunities for a wider range of household types.
The City includes higher density housing opportunities close to good transit service.
New housing should fit and preserve the character of the existing community.
New housing should provide a diversity of architecture.
New housing should protect critical environmental features.
There are opportunities for young households (including students and entry level workers) through individual or group living arrangements.
There is more single family housing for families.
There is housing available for adults with special needs.
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