Newton Housing Survey

Housing is a hot topic everywhere and Newton is no exception. The Newton Planning Board is seeking input via this survey on how housing options can be integrated into Newton in a way that reflects the existing fabric of the community. The survey is a first step in engaging the town in a conversation about housing priorities and what strategies should be taken to accommodate those needs.

In February 2023, the Planning Board was awarded a $40,000 grant from InvestNH Municipal Planning & Zoning Grant Program’s Housing Opportunity Program Needs Assessment Grant (HOP Grant) to prepare a Housing Master Plan Chapter and Regulatory Audit to fund the public engagement, analysis, and documentation of answering the question “what should the future of housing be in Newton?” The Rockingham Planning Commission will assist the Newton Planning Board with this effort over the coming months.

This survey takes about 15 minutes, but you are encouraged to leave additional comments. All survey results will be published, though inappropriate comments may be redacted.

Things to know about the survey:

You may wish to consider taking this survey on a computer or tablet for ease of entering responses.
Comments are not required but are encouraged. Responses to multiple-choice questions are captured automatically.
You will be able to see the comments and responses left by others. You can choose to keep your comments private to others taking the survey.
You are able to reply to others' comments, agree with comments, or flag comments that you feel are inappropriate.
Comments that are flagged as inappropriate by others or by the survey program will be reviewed by a survey administrator prior to publication.

If you would like to receive additional notices about future planning efforts in Newton, including survey results, please include your contact information at the end of the survey. (Please note that contact information will not be published.)

For more information about this project, please contact Jim Doggett, Newton Planning and Zoning Administrative Assistant at planningboard@newtonnh.net.

Thank you for your input about the future of Newton!

How many homes (houses, condos, apartments, etc.) are in Newton?

1,946

Answer

1,751

2,234

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Do you live in, own property in, or have a business in Newton? Please select all that apply.

I rent a home in Newton

I own a home in Newton

I live in Newton part of the year.

I have lived in Newton my entire life.

I have lived in Newton for 10 years or less

I have lived in Newton for 10-20 years.

I have lived in Newton for 20 years or more.

I do not live in Newton.

I own property in Newton

I own a business in Newton.

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When you think of living in Newton in 5, 10, or 20 years, will your current home meet your future needs? Please describe.

Closed for Comments

When you think of housing in Newton in the future, what concerns you? Please describe.

Closed for Comments

Please identify the priority of the following issues in terms of highest priority (in your opinion) for Newton to address:

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Indicate your level of agreement with the following statements about Newton:

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Municipalities are required under NH law to allow for "reasonable and realistic" opportunities for the development of "workforce housing". How much can a home cost to qualify as "workforce housing" in the Newton area?

Affordable Housing is defined as housing, rental or owner-occupied, that costs no more than 30% of one's gross income. Rental cost is defined as rent + utilities. Ownership cost is monthly principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.

Workforce Housing is a variety of housing types that are affordable (no more than 30% of gross income spent on housing cost) suitable for households of working people with different needs and income levels. Due to their income, this population is generally not eligible for any federal assistance programs

Between $200,001 and $250,000 purchase price

23%

Between $250,001 and $300,000 purchase price

22%

Between $150,000 and $200,000 purchase price

19%

Between $300,001 and $350,000 purchase price

11%

Between $350,001 and $400,000 purchase price

Under $100,000 purchase price

Over $500,000 purchase price

Between $100,001 and $150,000 purchase price

Between $400,001 and $450,000 purchase price

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What do you see as the primary factors impacting housing availability and affordability in Newton?

Closed for Comments

What should Newton's goals be for housing? Please describe.

Closed for Comments

Are there land use or zoning constraints on housing developments in Newton? If so, please describe.

Closed for Comments

There have been several housing developments - big and small - constructed in Newton in the last decade. How have you felt about housing development projects in Newton?

Closed for Comments

Drag pins on the map to indicate places where you would prefer new housing go, would prefer no more housing, or would support denser housing. Provide any additional thoughts.

Which of the following best describes your employment situation?

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What is your age?

Under 18

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56-65

66-75

Over 75

Prefer not to answer

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What is your annual household income?

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What neighborhood do you live in? If you don't live in Newton, what neighborhood is your business or property located in?

Would you like to receive follow-up information from this survey and updates regarding Newton planning efforts? If so, please leave your contact information. Please note that names and contact information provided from this question will NOT be published with survey results.

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Newton Housing Survey

Newton Housing Survey

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How many homes (houses, condos, apartments, etc.) are in Newton?

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Do you live in, own property in, or have a business in Newton? Please select all that apply.

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When you think of living in Newton in 5, 10, or 20 years, will your current home meet your future needs? Please describe.

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When you think of housing in Newton in the future, what concerns you? Please describe.

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Please identify the priority of the following issues in terms of highest priority (in your opinion) for Newton to address:

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Indicate your level of agreement with the following statements about Newton:

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Municipalities are required under NH law to allow for "reasonable and realistic" opportunities for the development of "workforce housing". How much can a home cost to qualify as "workforce housing" in the Newton area?

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What do you see as the primary factors impacting housing availability and affordability in Newton?

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What should Newton's goals be for housing? Please describe.

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Are there land use or zoning constraints on housing developments in Newton? If so, please describe.

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There have been several housing developments - big and small - constructed in Newton in the last decade. How have you felt about housing development projects in Newton?

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Drag pins on the map to indicate places where you would prefer new housing go, would prefer no more housing, or would support denser housing. Provide any additional thoughts.

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Which of the following best describes your employment situation?

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What is your age?

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What is your annual household income?

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What neighborhood do you live in? If you don't live in Newton, what neighborhood is your business or property located in?

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Would you like to receive follow-up information from this survey and updates regarding Newton planning efforts? If so, please leave your contact information. Please note that names and contact information provided from this question will NOT be published with survey results.