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Formed: 1992 Established: 2001
Cranberry Commons
North Burnaby, British Columbia,
Canada
Cranberry Commons ground floor layout
 Cranberry Commons Cohousing is in an "urban village" setting. We wanted housing that would support greater social interconnectedness while making efficient use of resources. With the support and services of our selected professional team, we managed the challenges of the development process: securing a site, negotiating with the regulatory authorities for development approvals, securing the financing, building membership, and creating an organizational structure that allowed for an effective and timely consensus decision-making process. We formed a development corporation and acted as the developer to complete a 22-home multi-family residential building with 3400 sq ft of common amenity area. Construction was completed in October of 2001.
Each household at Cranberry Commons privately owns a complete, self-contained home. Community connection is supported by the physical layout of our site and by the involvement of all members in the development and operation of the community using consensus decision making.
In addition to its social focus, Cranberry Commons holds respect for the environment as one of its highest values. We have attempted to incorporate sustainability into every aspect of the community design, starting with the selection of the site right up to the solar hot water panels that were installed on the roof.
 
Website: http://www.cranberrycommons.ca
Contact:
Cranberry Commons
#100 - 4272 Albert St
North Burnaby, British Columbia V5C 2E8 Canada

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Last Updated:8/22/2009
 
Visitors Accepted
Visitor Process: Contact the persons whose names are on the website and they will let you know when and if it is convenient for you to visit.
Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:
Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population
Members(adults and children):
48
Open to new members:
Yes
(Only when a home comes available for sale)
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Labor Contribution:
Join Fee:
Yes
(People can become members by simply purchasing a home in the community. There is no selection process, however we ensure that the potential purchaser is well educated about the type of community they will be buying into.)
Regular Fees:
No
Land and Buildings
Urban
Area:
0.5 acres (0.2 hectares)
Land Owned By:
The community
Number of Residences:
22
Cohousing:
Yes
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
none
Share Community Meals:
1 time/week
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
Dietary Practice:
Omnivorous
Alcohol Use:
Used Often
Tobacco Use:
Prohibited
Social Factors
Common Spiritual Practices:
No
Which Spiritual Traditions(s):
(Members of the community choose their own spiritual path and all are welcome regardless of beliefs . We currently have members who follow Buddhism, Paganism, Sufism, Quaker, Roman Catholic, Unitarian Universalist, Eclectic, and other)
Educational Style(s):
Public schooled
Cohousing Details
Cohousing Status:
Completed
Year Completed:
2001
Number of Units:
22
 
 
Cranberry Commons ground floor layout
Cranberry Commons north elevation
Cranberry Commons courtyard
Common House dining room
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