A Community-Based
Neighbourhood
Strong Community
Quality of Life
Green Design
Welcome to The Coastal Village
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.
Together, we will create a multigenerational, mixed-income, environmentally-sensitive neighbourhood in downtown Sechelt, British Columbia. Our intention is to offer a financing model that will enable you to purchase your home in TCV with a down payment and monthly payments that fit federal and provincial affordability guidelines. We will live in 25-30 private apartments, built to last and built for people – not for profit.
Our socially conscious and patient approach guides our design decisions, clarifies our commitment to our members, lowers living costs over time and addresses Sechelt housing needs and priorities.
The Coastal Village will be designed, built and managed using the dynamic Sociocracy governance system – the glue of our resilient community. Sociocracy uses consent decision-making, i.e. making decisions without coercion. It also builds on small groups of “human scale” and increased flow of information and connection – the elixir proven to support a strong group foundation and success with neighbourhood endeavours. TCV is not a commune.
We invite you to join us on this journey to our new home to Sechelt, BC, 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.
The District of Sechelt is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. The meaning of Sechelt – Shíshálh – is “land between two seas”.
Our Community’s Components
20-30 Private Apartments
Universal Accessible Design
Accessible design of both community AND individual homes to include:
- Space for wheelchairs and walkers to move freely; options for ramps; well-designed steps and smooth, low thresholds
- Sitting outdoor space, most with some overhang and railings that don’t block view while seated, most with minimum depth of 1.8m, lighting and electrical outlet
- Anti-slip flooring
- Cabinets, appliances, switches and outlets within easy reach
- Lever-style door handles and faucets
- Floating vanities
- Make the most of natural light and outdoor views with low-silled windows and incorporate good, non-glare lighting
- Benches or ledges at exterior doors, to set things down and sit upon
Accessible design of individual homes to include:
- Floor plan allows for flexible furniture layouts that include space for a range of activities
- Removable lower cupboards in kitchen (option)
- Hands-free faucets (option)
- Plumbed for washer and dryer
- Main bathroom
- Option for curbless, roll-in shower with adjustable-height showerhead and seat
- Temperature-limiting controls accessible from both inside and outside the tub and shower
- Reinforced walls to support grab bars
Apartment Features
- Balance between privacy and social connection with rest of community
- Good soundproofing in floors and walls between neighbours
- Built “green”
- Building materials chosen for healthy living environment, occupant comfort and well-being
- Many units with ocean views
- Option Packages: walk-in shower instead of bathtub, location and style of kitchen island, in-suite laundry
Studio Unit
- 500 – 600 sq.ft + 1 bath
1 Bedroom + Den Unit
- 600 – 800 sq.ft. + 1 bath
2 Bedroom Unit
- 800 – 1200 sq.ft. + 1 or 2 bath
3 - 4 Bedroom Unit
- 1200 – 1500+ sq.ft. + 2 bath
Community Common House
Shared Spaces and Amenities
- Functional and flexible (see also Shared Extras)
- Effective soundproofing between areas
- Universal Design
- Members decide on amenities which are located in various places throughout our community
Large Community House Kitchen
- Space and equipment to prepare meals for residents
- Weekly shared meals are the “glue” of all successful cohousing communities
- Community meals prepared by your “team” (once every 5-6 weeks on average)
- Morning coffee corner (with barista if residents choose to set up and run it)
- Food preservation and storage
- Accessible features: cabinets, appliances, switches, outlets within easy reach; some lowered work surfaces with no cabinets underneath
- Hands-free faucets
Community Meals / Gatherings
- Kitchen opens to dining area with round tables, high bar and terrace beyond folding glass doors
- Large space and storage for fold-away dining tables and chairs
- Two spacious lounges (one quiet)
- Outdoor terrace with induction BBQ
- Ample space for community and private meals, parties and celebrations
Kids and Teen Rooms
- Children’s play area with several lines of sight and 2 tempered glass walls
- Teen area tucked away in private corner of community house
- Separate and sound proof
Many Spaces to Gather and Play
- Flex room for group classes, music, exercise/yoga/t’ai chi, meditation, crafts, etc.
- Tucked-away laundry with front-loading Industrial W/D’s for those choosing not to install own W/D in their unit
Meeting Spaces
- Flex room and two lounges
- Open unfurnished space between community kitchen and lounge
- Possible use/rent by larger community
Generous Outdoor Space
Pedestrian-centric
- No vehicles inside community
- Accessible walkways/pathways
- Staircases and elevator access to the apartments and Community House Amenities
Centralized Play Areas
- Children safe with all “eyes on the street”
- “It takes a village to raise a child”
- Indoor and outdoor areas
Outdoor Common Areas
- Beauty
- Indigenous drought-resistance plantings
- Gathering places with seating
Community Gardens
- Raised garden beds close to Community House kitchen
- Vertical gardening. Owners decide.
- Gardening Circle maintains and manages.
Parking and E-charging for EV's, E-bikes, E-scooters and E-motorcycles
- Parkade under building at ground level
- EV, E-scooter, E-bike and E-motorcycle charging
- Consider joining co-op car share
- Allocate parking spaces for storage of recreational equipment. Community decides
Shared Extras
Workshop/Bike Repair Space
- Friendly common space where lots is happening
- Odd jobs and repairs
- Not a woodworking area
Shared Transport Vehicles
- Modo car parking spots in parking zone on Teredo
- Shared kayaks, bikes, x-country skis, snowshoes, cargo bikes, scooters?
- Community decides
Tool Library
- If you are downsizing, consider donating tools and equipment from your workshop, shed, or garden
- Secure
- Shared maintenance equipment, e.g. ladders, shovels, gardening equipment
Secure Equipment Storage Area
- Bikes, scooters
- Kayaks
- Paddle boards
- Skis
- Snowshoes
- Climbing gear
- Gardening equipment
- Community decides
Guest Bedroom
- No need for extra guest bedroom in your private residence
- Furnished to sleep 2-3 guests
- For short term visitors /family/medical support
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Location:
5729 Teredo Street, Sechelt, BC
