Windshield Surveys

Welcome to Samples pageWith 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