Data on housing quality, safety and habitability in Houston is lacking, creating a need for information that can help propel policy to improve the condition of homes in the area. Working with community organizations, the Kinder Institute is launching the Housing Quality Registry to collect this information directly from residents.
When enough responses are submitted to the Housing Quality Registry, the Kinder Institute will conduct an analysis to identify needs and provide guidance to local organizations and agencies working to improve housing conditions.
To be a part of this research study, you must be:
- at least 18 years old;
- a current resident of the Houston area; and,
- able to answer questions about where you live
Researchers will combine your answers with those from your neighbors and others around the area to inform housing advocates and local leaders about where community organizations are directing resources and help guide future decision-making. All of it starts with you being part of this study.
Your participation is completely voluntary, and all of your responses will be kept confidential.
Survey participants are entered to win 1 of 1,000 electronic gift cards worth $15. In order to be entered in the raffle, respondents will need to complete the survey and provide a valid email address. The gift card will be redeemable at Tango.com, allowing recipients to choose from over 230 stores, restaurants and businesses to apply it toward. The raffle will be conducted after the survey is closed on Feb. 28. Winners will be notified by email.
Should you have any questions about this research study, please get in touch with the lead researcher, Daniel Potter, at 713-348-2512 or houstonsurvey@rice.edu. The Housing Quality in Houston research study is a collaborative effort between the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University and several organizations who aim to improve the housing conditions of Houston-area residents. This study was reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Rice University [IRB-FY2024-64]. To ask questions about the study or raise concerns about the research, you can call the IRB at 713-348-4820 or email irb@rice.edu.
