Neighborhood Sidewalk Accessibility & Condition Assessment
A resident feedback instrument for municipalities and civic organizations to assess sidewalk accessibility, physical condition, ADA barriers, and maintenance priorities. Designed for community-wide distribution to inform walkability planning and repair prioritization.
Sample questions
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How often do you use sidewalks near where you live?
Overall, how accessible are sidewalks in your area?
Please rank the following potential sidewalk improvements from highest to lowest priority.
Based on your responses throughout this survey, please share any additional thoughts or experiences about sidewalk accessibility and upkeep in your area. Our AI moderator may ask a brief follow-up question to better understand your perspective.
What is your age group?
Thank you for completing this survey. Your feedback will be used to help prioritize sidewalk improvements in our community. If you have urgent sidewalk safety concerns, please contact your local public works department directly.
What are your main reasons for using sidewalks? Select all that apply.
In the past 3 months, which of the following sidewalk issues have you personally encountered? Select all that apply.
In the past 12 months, how have you reported sidewalk issues, if at all? Select all that apply.
How do you describe your gender?
When traveling on sidewalks, do you use any of the following? Select all that apply.
Last winter, how often were sidewalks near you cleared within 24 hours after snow or ice?
If you feel comfortable, please name the nearest intersection or block where you frequently experience sidewalk issues. Avoid sharing exact addresses or personal details.
Which of the following best describes the area where you live?
In the past 3 months, how often did you encounter blocked sidewalks (e.g., due to construction, parked vehicles, or equipment)?
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
How safe do you feel using sidewalks in your area during the daytime?
What is your current employment status?
How safe do you feel using sidewalks in your area after dark?
What’s included
AI follow-ups
Adaptive probes on open-ended answers that pull out detail a static form would miss.
Attention checks
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