2026 Richland County Conservation Land Community Survey

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Q1
Counting yourself, which age groups are in your household?
Q2
How familiar are you with the purpose and benefits of conservation land?
Q3
How familiar are you with land development restrictions associated with conservation lands?
Q4
What THREE types of conservation land should receive the most emphasis in future planning?
  1. Natural areas and wildlife habitat
  2. Creek corridors, drainageways, and floodplain areas
  3. Trail corridors and greenways
  4. Forested areas and tree preservation
  5. Open fields, meadows, and farmland areas
  6. Scenic views or visually important areas
  7. Neighborhood-level passive open space
  8. Community gardens or food-producing landscapes
  9. Areas that connect parks, schools, and neighborhoods
  10. Historic, cultural, or community character areas
  11. Other
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Please define "Other."
Q5
How important are each of the following potential benefits of conservation land to your household?
Very Important Important Neutral Not Important Not at all Important Don't Know No answer
1. Creating buffers between development and neighborhoods
2. Improving air and water quality
3. Preserving scenic views and community character
4. Protecting natural areas and wildlife habitat
5. Providing food from farmlands
6. Providing outdoor education opportunities
7. Providing trails and outdoor recreation opportunities
8. Reducing flooding and protecting drainage areas
9. Supporting physical and mental health
Q6
Which THREE of the benefits listed in Question 5 should be the highest priorities for the County?
Q7
Overall, how important is it for the community to preserve and maintain conservation land?