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Re-Forming Formed: 1999
Greenhouse Group Senior Cohousing
Annapolis, Maryland,
United States
(1101 Bay Ridge Avenue)
 We are pleased to announce that we have found a site and have applied for rezoning. We have a two-track Timeline for city approvals and group growth with occupancy planned for the fall of 2010.
VISION; We formed Greenhouse Group to create a supportive community which will bring fellowship and meaning to our senior years. Through the stimulous and commitment of community we hope to extend our years of independent living.
We are committed to diversity, moderate cost, and a thoughtful response to the sensitive environment of our site through green building and sustainable development.
SITE/LOCATION: Our site is located in the Eastport district of Annapolis. We will occupy the wooded rear half of the
St. Luke's church propety (google 1101 Bay Ridge Avenue), an ideal location for senior housing. The Eastport Shopping Center, offreing restaurants, shops, services and a bus stop is next door, and a bank and post office are a short walk beyond. One church is our next door neighbor with another close by, and a rehab/nursing home is only a few blocks away. The property has three specimen oaks over three feet in diameter. With a 300 foot buffer from Back Creek and unbuidable steep slopes, the remaining developable area suggested buildings of increased height and reduced footprint; a smaller footprint also reduces our impact on the site. We have a sensitive response to a truly smart growth location.
BUILDING CONCEPT: a tree lined drive leads to a walkway which passes the greenhouse face of the Common House, placed for easy initial access and views of the central court. Opposing but slightly canted three and four story residential wings, with 39 one and two bedroom units, complete the definition of the central court. Although the site calls for apartments, the typical cohousing pattern of front porches and connecting walks is repeated on each story, assuring lively activity in the court. Structures of varying height combine to create an interesting and appealing group.
GREENHOUSE GROUP: Our core group currently has three households. However our Development Timeline calls for increases in membership concurrent with our progress through the approval process, to reach 25 to 30 households before construction starts in the spring of 2010. Five of our units will be affordable. This is the time to join us so your voice can be heard in the many decisions which lie ahead, and you can reserve your place in Greenhouse.
BENCHMARKS ACHIEVED TO DATE:
+ Registered GREENHOUSE GROUP LLC
+ Partnered with Pilli Development
+ Site design approved by church
+ Retained lawyer
+ Submitted option to church
+ Made approval schedule with city
+ Concluded property negotiations
+ Began buiding systems research
+ Applied for rezoning with church
+ Created Development Timeline
+ Drafted proforma with unit costs
 
Website: http
Contact:
Diana Corbett
710 Americana Drive
Annapolis, Maryland 21403 United States
Phone: 410-268-3346
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Carol Kelly
13 Janwall Court
Annapolis, Maryland 21403 United States
Phone: 443-994-1830
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Former/Other Names: Chesapeake Cohousing Group
Last Updated:9/29/2008
 
Visitors Not Accepted
 (unbuilt)
Visitor Process: unbuilt
Affiliations: 611 Ecovillage

Network Affiliations:
Network Affiliations:
Coho/US
:: Mid Atlantic Cohousing (soon)
Population
Adult Members:
(unbuilt)
Child Members:
(unbuilt)
Non-member Residents:
(unbuilt)
Open to new adults:
Yes
(unbuilt)
Open to new children:
No
(senior)
Gender Balance:
25% M 75% F
(unbuilt)
(unbuilt)
Open to which gender(s):
All genders welcome
(unbuilt)
Ethnic Diversity:
0% identify as 'people of color'
(unbuilt)
Age Focus:
Seniors
(unbuilt)
Age Restrictions:
Yes
(unbuilt 62 yrs for 1 person in h.h.)
Which Ages Restricted:
Seniors
(see above)
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
(too small for this)
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Land and Buildings
Urban
Area:
2 acres (0.8 hectares)
Land Owned By:
The community
Number of Residences:
1
(unbuilt ; 39 1 & 2 BR Apts.)
Cohousing:
Yes
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
none
Share Community Meals:
Rarely
(unbuilt)
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
(unbuilt)
Dietary Practice:
Other
(unbuilt)
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
(unbuilt)
Tobacco Use:
Prohibited
(unbuilt)
Social Factors
Open to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender members:
Yes
(unbuilt)
Restrictions on Romantic Relationships (between consenting adults):
No
(unbuilt)
Shared Spiritual Path:
No
(unbuilt)
Which Spiritual Path(s):
Other
(re-forming)
Educational Style(s):
Public schooled
(unbuilt)
Cohousing Details
Cohousing Status:
Forming
(unbuilt)
 
 


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