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d. Hurricane Preparation Assistance. About 65% gave positive ratings for the availability of assistance to prepare for hurricane. This was significantly less likely to be the response of those living in Zones 1 and 5. e. Housing with Safety Features. One question asked about the availability of suitable housing options for seniors (wider doors, grab bars, no -step entry, etc.) Only about one-third rated it as excellent or good, but 44% were not sure, again indicating it has not been a problem they have faced. f. Availability of Low -Income Housing. When asked specifically about the availability of well- maintained and safe housing for low-income households, only 22% think it is excellent or good. However, 40% are not sure. Significantly more respondents from Zones 1, 4, 5 and 7 rated it as fair/poor. To summarize this section, most respondents own their homes and live in single family homes. While most reported little or no issue in finding affordable housing to buy, the results were less positive related to rental housing. The availability of affordable housing for low-income families seems to be particularly problematic. There did not appear to be major deficiencies in home maintenance or hurricane preparation assistance. Respondents from Zones 1, 4, 5 and 7 were more likely to report deficiencies in these housing options. C. OUTDOOR SPACES AND BUILDINGS A series of questions was designed to illicit opinions about the availability of various community outdoor spaces, public infrastructure, and buildings. The results are summarized in Figure 7. Figure 7 Outdoor Spaces and Public Buildings 1. Safe Parks w/Walking Areas and Benches. Nearly 85% report safe parks and walking areas in the county. Zones 4, 5 and 7 had the most negative responses. Many commented about the lack of well-maintained playgrounds and the total absence of parks and recreation programs in the West Corridor (Zone 7). Livable Indian River Survey Data Report 809