Downtown Plan Parklet Survey

This parklet was an experiment, conducted from June through August 2019, intended to test an idea from the Town of Apex Downtown Master Plan and Parking Study (Downtown Plan). Initial outreach from the Downtown Plan indicated a majority of plan participants would like more public space, and that they are willing to give up some parking for more seating along sidewalks. The parklet and this survey were used to gather additional input. The survey is now closed to responses, but will be used to inform future projects. More information about the Downtown Plan is available at: http://www.apexnc.org/downtownplan. Questions can be directed to Shannon Cox, Long Range Planning Manager, at 919-249-3505 or shannon.cox@apexnc.org.

What brought you to Salem Street today? (Select all that apply)

Live nearby

Work nearby

Passing by

Meeting friends/family

Meeting business associate

Errands

Dining

Shopping

Festival/event

Visiting parklet

Other (leave a comment to explain)

Closed to responses

How often do you come to this block?

Weekly

54%

Monthly

27%

Daily

10%

Few times a year

This is my first time

Annually

Closed to responses | 385 Responses

How did you use the parklet? (select all that apply)

Eat (food you purchased)

76%

Sit/rest

37%

Talked

34%

People-watched

34%

Used phone/tablet

15%

I didn't use the parklet

12%

Eat (your own food)

Read

Worked

Other (leave a comment to explain)

Closed to responses | 365 Responses

About how long did you spend in the parklet?

About 15 minutes

50%

About 30 minutes

33%

Less than 5 minutes

12%

About 60 minutes

Longer than 60 minutes

Closed to responses | 354 Responses

Did you visit any nearby businesses before (or do you plan to after) visiting the parklet?

Yes - please share which business(es) in the comments

84%

16%

Closed to responses | 357 Responses

How many parking spaces should be used for permanent parklets on Salem Street?

More than 10

39%

11%

Closed to responses | 353 Responses

What amenities would you like to see in a permanent parklet?

Tables and chairs for dining

87%

Comfortable seating

76%

Shade

68%

Landscaping

63%

Lighting

61%

Signage

10%

Other (provide comments)

Closed to responses | 335 Responses

Have you experienced any problems related to the temporary parklet? If yes, please explain by providing comments.

93%

Yes (provide comments)

Closed to responses | 339 Responses

Indicate whether you agree or disagree with the following statements:

This Parklet...

Improves the character of Salem Street

Agree

93%

Disagree

Neutral

Closed to responses | 348 Responses

Makes me more likely to visit Salem Street

Agree

85%

Neutral

10%

Disagree

Closed to responses | 349 Responses

Makes me more likely to visit local businesses

Agree

90%

Neutral

Disagree

Closed to responses | 345 Responses

Is a place where it's easy to meet and talk to others

Agree

93%

Neutral

Disagree

Closed to responses | 347 Responses

Is a good use of parking spaces

Agree

86%

Disagree

Neutral

Closed to responses | 345 Responses

Please provide any additional comments here.

Closed for Comments

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Downtown Plan Parklet Survey

Downtown Plan Parklet Survey

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What brought you to Salem Street today? (Select all that apply)

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How often do you come to this block?

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How did you use the parklet? (select all that apply)

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About how long did you spend in the parklet?

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Did you visit any nearby businesses before (or do you plan to after) visiting the parklet?

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How many parking spaces should be used for permanent parklets on Salem Street?

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What amenities would you like to see in a permanent parklet?

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Have you experienced any problems related to the temporary parklet? If yes, please explain by providing comments.

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Improves the character of Salem Street

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Makes me more likely to visit Salem Street

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Makes me more likely to visit local businesses

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Is a place where it's easy to meet and talk to others

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Is a good use of parking spaces

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Please provide any additional comments here.