Windshield Surveys

Windshield Surveys
With the use of public transportation or by driving a vehicle around the community, you can assess the common characteristics of the community of your selected aggregate. Key observations to make during a windshield survey include the following:

Age and condition of the homes in the community
Location and condition of parks and other recreational areas
Amount of space between homes and businesses
Neighborhood hangouts
Transportation in the community
Quality of streets and sidewalks
Types/numbers of stores and other businesses
People out in the community
Race/ethnicity
Cleanliness of the community
Billboards or other media displays
Places of worship
Availability of services—doctor, dentist, social centers, recreation centers, hospitals
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In addition to the data collected in the windshield survey, include the following information about your aggregate:

Name of the aggregate
Geographical location and size
Population
A brief history
Explain, giving at least two reasons, why you selected this particular aggregate for your Capstone project