Cohousing – Creating High Functioning Neighborhoods

Introducing the concept of cohousing, a collaborative housing model where future residents actively participate in the planning, design, and management of their community. Unlike traditional developments, cohousing clusters private homes around shared spaces to foster social connection while maintaining individual privacy.

Participants will learn about cohousing’s human-scaled, pedestrian-oriented design, its adaptability across urban, suburban, and rural settings, and its benefits in addressing housing affordability, sustainability, and social isolation. The session will also highlight how cohousing differs from conventional zoning, often requiring creative regulatory navigation and community-driven governance structures.

Cohousing communities lead in environmental sustainability, incorporating features like energy-efficient buildings, car sharing, and community gardens while creating vibrant, diverse social fabrics.

Urban planners will gain valuable insights into integrating cohousing into local planning frameworks, overcoming regulatory barriers, and reimagining neighborhood development.

This event also marks the kickoff of the Rocky Brook Cohousing project—bringing these principles to life locally. Join us to explore how cohousing can inspire more resilient, connected, and sustainable communities.

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