Truckee Housing Research Study
Truckee ADU Survey Closure Notice
Northeastern University, College of Professional Studies: Law and Policy
Principal Investigator: Dr. J.D. LaRock
Student Researcher: Thomas J. Powell
Title of Project: The Impact of Accessory Dwelling Units On Middle-Income Workforce Housing In Truckee, California
Acknowledgment of Participation
We extend our deepest gratitude to property owners in the Town of Truckee, California, who participated in our survey. Your contributions have provided invaluable insights into your community's perceptions of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). This collective effort not only enriches our study but also underscores the community's engagement with the topic of workforce housing solutions.
Contribution to the Housing Solutions Fund
In recognition of your participation, we are pleased to announce that $2,500 has been donated to The Housing Solutions Fund at Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation. This donation, made possible through your engagement, supports various housing initiatives in our region, furthering our collective goal of addressing housing challenges in Truckee.
Confidentiality and Future Use of Data
We reaffirm our commitment to the confidentiality of your personal information, which will remain secure and utilized solely for the purposes of this study. The de-identified data may be employed in future research endeavors, contributing to a broader understanding of ADUs and their impact on middle-income workforce housing without requiring additional consent from participants.
Upcoming Availability of Research Findings
Upon the successful defense of this research, the results will be made available later this year through ProQuest. This dissemination aims to share the knowledge gained from this study with a broader audience, including scholars, policymakers, and community stakeholders who are interested in exploring innovative solutions to housing challenges.
Further Inquiries
Should you have any further questions or wish to discuss the study further, please do not hesitate to contact
Thomas Powell at powell.th@northeastern.edu or
Dr. J.D LaRock at jd.larock@northeastern.edu
Your inquiries regarding electronic privacy are welcome at Northeastern University's Office of Information Security, and questions about participant rights can be directed to Human Subject Research Protection at Northeastern University. This study has received the approval of the Northeastern University Institutional Review Board (IRB Approval Identification: IRB#CPS23-10-10).
Request for Documentation
Participants desiring a copy of this acknowledgment or any other documentation related to the survey are invited to contact Thomas J. Powell via email at powell.th@northeastern.edu
Again, Thank you for your time, participation, and contribution to this vital research. Your involvement has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of the potential of Accessory Dwelling Units to impact workforce housing in Truckee, California.
Thomas J. Powell
Doctoral Candidate
College of Professional Studies: Law and Policy
Northeastern University