The Coastal Village

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About the Community

  • Established
  • Town/Small City

What we do

We were invited to become part of a residential development on a site 1/2 block from, and with a view of, the Salish Sea. The long block is located in downtown seaside Sechelt, on the Sunshine Coast, B.C., Canada. Our 20 residences and shared Community House amenities (3000 sq.ft+ inside) will be within a 4-story building, set in a pedestrian-centric, parklike setting, with parking slightly below ground level underneath the 4 buildings on the block. The Coastal Village (TCV) is a Society and one has to be a member of our Society to purchase in our building. Our Society will own the strata unit that comprises the interior Community House amenities and the exterior Limited Common Property amenities (patio, parking, storage, etc.).

We are currently setting up our financial model to ensure that ownership (and hopefully rent-then-homeownership) in The Coastal Village is financially accessibility for 1/3 of our families. This will help to ensure that we create a multigenerational community.

The Coastal Village is deeply invested in delivering a connected, rich community life. Whether living independently, or with family, friends or pets, we believe that life is better and more fun together than apart. Thoughtful architecture and clever community design will support our relationships.

TCV will create a multigenerational, mixed-income, environmentally sensitive neighbourhood. Because we are building for people, not for profit, a socially conscious and patient approach guides our design decisions. This approach not only clarifies our commitment to our members, but also meets community housing needs and priorities and will lower living costs over time.

The Coastal Village will be created, built and managed using the Sociocracy governance model of collaboration and consent – the glue of our resilient community. We have used this decision-making model from the get-go, as it is proven to create a strong group foundation and increase success with neighbourhood endeavours.

We invite you to join us on this journey home to Sechelt, B.C., famous for its relaxed seaside vibe. Sechelt “has it all” with a vibrant arts presence, unparalleled recreation opportunities, entrepreneurial spirit and strong community values. With easy access to tidal, fresh water and backcountry recreation, it is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts.

Our Vision

Designed for parity, sustainability and diversity.

Our Mission

Designed for parity, sustainability and diversity.

  • Community type
  • Cohousing
  • Intentional Neighborhoods

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  • 4 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Not open to visitors
  • Not open to volunteers
Total
4

How to join

Visit our website for details: https://www.thecoastalvillage.ca/how-to-join

Basic expectations or agreements for members

not yet built

Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Governance structure

  • Sociocratic/Circle-Based

Organized in circles or domains with distributed authority.

Economic model

  • Independent Finances

Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation
  • Members typically need to have their own job or other personal source of income to cover their expenses while living in the community?

Additional economic information

Join fee: $38
Monthly fees/dues: $38
Labor: Encouraged or suggested
Members with pre-existing debt: Yes (some debt)

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Common House, Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Workshop, Large Scale Kitchen, Swingsets & play areas, Internet, Great Room, Lounge, recreational equipment, Kids and Teens rooms, Meeting Rooms, Guest Bedroom

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By several individuals through an LLC or a Tenancy In Common agreement

Setting

  • Town/Small City

Smaller municipalities with local services but rural character.

Energy sources used

  • Photovoltaic Solar
  • Hydro

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Location

  • B.C., Canada

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Water Birch Co-op. Urban living in central Denver.

Large, lovely house built in 1900, two blocks from Cheeseman Park in downtown Denver.  5000 square feet. The house was a Buddhist Meditation Center for 20 years before we got it and has lovely, calm vibes. We currently have ten people and have room for one more. We are an intentional community sharing dinners, 3 living rooms, 2 new kitchens and a kitchenette, & 5 baths. Staple food (organic) is bought together. The group is self-regulating as a co-op; it decides together how the house runs. There are chores ;-) Average cost per room is about $1000 ranging from $650 to $1354. Currently available room is $875. We are just finishing renovation of three bedrooms on the third floor  they are $875 each and share our largest, newest bath (shower and separate claw foot tub) and a brand new kitchenette  they all have beautiful windows and lots of light. PLEASE CHECK OUT COMMUNITY LISTINGS FOR MORE INFO. Initial lease for 3-6 months while we and you decide if we are a good fit for each other.  Deposit in the amount of one months rent is required prior to move in.  We do background checks on all members. Utilities are currently $130 per person per month and are all-inclusive.  They will change if costs go up, that amount is insufficient to cover utilities, or more people mean the cost per person goes down.  WiFi is via mesh network from gig-speed fiberoptic service.  Heat is with radiators.  Cooling is evaporative.  We have a storage room in a nearby commercial facility.  And a new large workshop in the garage. Shared food is $125 per month per person; it is a pass-through cost divided evenly among residents; it does NOT include meat or alternative protein nor any alcohol.  We will not be surprised if that needs to go up some soon ($10 or 15). We have two dogs and three cats in the house  that seems like a sufficient quantity of furry friends for now. Our community intentions include: Communication with compassion. Shared space and life. Shared meals. Shared staple foods which are non-GMO and Organic. Group decision making. Safe, inclusive space: queer and trans friendly, anti-racist, non-violent, and feminist. The purchase of the house by the co-op in about five years. The expansion of the co-op, possibly to include other housing types (like separate apartments). Weekly meetings and house committees to manage our community. We are considering implementing Sociocracy as an organizing method. Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 8:00am. We are looking for community members who: Want to live in a community not just have a place to sleep and eat. Want to live in a beautiful, clean, and organized house and are willing to help make and keep it that way. Residents should expect to spend 16 hours per month towards this goal. Are curious, compassionate, flexible, and open to living with others who will undoubtedly have different ideas about many things. Are interested in pioneering a new co-op. There will be work involved to get there. Are responsible and communicative. Embrace enthusiastically that living in community requires introspection and personal growth. Are not joining the community as a way of running away from something.

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