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Phases of Development
Listed below are the usual phases for the development of a community-centered neighbourhood. The items may not be inclusive and may occur in a slightly different order. This will provide insight into the process, activities and commitment that will occur over the two-year time frame for building.
A - - DEVELOP A CORE GROUP (we are here)
- Read materials on community-based neighbourhoods and cohousing, visit an existing neighbourhood, talk with friends about the concept.
- Attend a program about community-based neighbourhoods or the program: “Is Cohousing for You?” (virtual edition)
- Core group identifies shared values, goals and related policies.
- Attend meetings of existing community-centered and cohousing neighbourhoods.
- Set up group working structure; develop group process/Sociocracy skills.
- Examine commitment to this community.
- Explore financial capability and intention. What can you afford? Are you prequalified for a mortgage? Would you prefer to be a saver-then-homeowner?
- Consult with project management team & development group.
- Hire Sociocracy consultant.
B - - SITE & FEASIBILITY (in process)
- Site was selected years ago and we were invited to be part of this residential development in downtown Sechelt, because of our community-centered mandate.
- Current TCV Members have an opportunity to articipate in the project development plan.
- TCV has an opportunity to be in the first phase of construction, that could start in early 2024.
C - - NEIGHBOURHOOD AND HOME DESIGN (this phase is underway)
- Work with architect & project manager on schematic design for shared Community House Amenities – interior and exterior.
- Work with designer & project manager to finalize details regarding our private apartments.
- Cultivate support of neighbouring community by keeping them informed of confirmed decisions.
D - - LAND DEVELOPMENT & MEMBER EQUITY
- Review design development with architect and select finishes.
- Project Manager submits designs for building permits (DPA) and receives approvals.
- Core TCV group coalesces.
- Associate Members move to Equity Membership level as they pre-qualify for mortgage eligibility.
- Some members do not continue, but remain our friends.
- Project Manager works out construction management policies and procedures and finalizes construction contract details.
- Construction Management team creates construction documents.
- Development Group finalizes construction loan.
E - - CONSTRUCTION
- Organize ground breaking celebratory event.
- Start construction.
- If Members plan to sell the home in which they currently live, they will likely need to sell in 12-18 months.
- Finalize personal home financing requirements, if any.
- Select and order furnishings and equipment for Community House shared amenities.
- Develop procedures for managing our community-centered neighbourhood.
F - - MOVE IN
- Expand community governance with Circles.
- Organize celebratory event.
- Finish landscaping and create our community gardens, etc., etc.
- Thrive in TCV community!
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