Q1

What is your age group?

Q2

Where do you currently live?

City centre (e.g. Colombo, Kandy, Galle) Suburban area Rural or semi-rural area

Q3

What type of housing do you currently live in?

Q4

How would you rate the overall condition of your current home?

Very poorExcellent

Q5

How affordable is housing in your area compared to what families can actually earn?

Very affordable — most families can manage comfortably Somewhat affordable — a stretch but manageable Difficult — many families struggle Very unaffordable — most cannot afford decent housing

Q6

In your opinion, what is the biggest housing problem in Sri Lanka today?

Select up to two options

High cost of land and construction Poor quality or unsafe buildings Lack of access to clean water and sanitation Overcrowding People being displaced or relocated I don't think there is a major problem

Q7

Before this survey, had you heard the term “sustainable housing”?

Yes, I know what it means I have heard it but I am not sure what it means No, this is the first time I've seen this term

Q8

Which of these do you think “sustainable housing” is mainly about?

Choose what feels most right to you — there is no wrong answer

Houses that are long-lasting and durable Houses that use less electricity and water Houses that are affordable for everyone Houses built with natural or recycled materials I am not sure

Q9

Have you ever seen or heard about any of the following in housing construction in Sri Lanka?

Select all you recognise

Solar panels on rooftops Rainwater collection systems Houses built with compressed mud bricks or clay Homes designed to stay cool without air conditioning I have not seen any of these

Q10

How important is it to you that your home uses less electricity and water?

Not important at allExtremely important

Q11

Would you be willing to pay slightly more for a home that has lower monthly electricity and water bills in the long run?

Q12

When choosing a home, which of these matters most to you?

Select up to two

Price and affordability Location and access to transport Quality and durability of the building Low running costs (electricity, water) Space and size for family needs Environment-friendly features

Q13

To what extent do you think the way houses are built in Sri Lanka contributes to environmental problems (e.g. water shortages, heat, pollution)?

Not at allA great deal

Q14

Who do you think should be most responsible for ensuring people have access to affordable, decent housing in Sri Lanka?

The government (national) Local councils and municipalities Private property developers The families themselves It should be a shared responsibility

Q15

If your community was relocated to a new housing project, how important would it be to stay close to your current neighbourhood?

Not importantVery important

Q16

Have you, or anyone in your household, ever been affected by a housing relocation or resettlement in Sri Lanka?

Yes, directly affected Yes, someone in my family was affected I know people in my community who were affected No, not that I know of

Q17

In your own words, what does a “good home” mean to you?

No right or wrong answer. Write in Sinhala, Tamil, or English, whichever is comfortable.

Q18

Is there anything else you would like to share about housing in your area or community?

Sustainable Housing Survey

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