Higher Ground Cohousing :: Communities Directory

Formed: 1992 Established: 1994

This page last updated:1/5/2013

Higher Ground Cohousing

Bend, Oregon,

United States

Higher Ground is comprised of 39 single-family homes on seven acres about three miles east of downtown Bend. The community was planned to provide maximum open space for meadows, play areas, pond, trails, and vegetable garden. Our common house was the original farmhouse on this property, and we have just completed a large new dining/kitchen and recreation room addition. People choosing to buy or rent these homes are interested in a socially supportive environment for themselves and their families. Many homes have been constructed with innovative environmentally responsible building materials. We share general maintenance responsibilities, and find this to be a valuable component in building community. We also take conflict resolution seriously and periodically provide positive opportunities for personal growth.

Website: http://sites.google.com/site/highergroundcohousing/

Contact:

Carlos Wysling
1911 NE Higher Ground Ave.
Bend, Oregon 97701 United States
Phone: Carlos, 510-866-9006

Michael Keown
2639 NE Community Ln.
Bend, Oregon 97701 United States
Phone: 541-848-9907

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This page last updated:1/5/2013

Visitors Accepted

(Wednesdays are community meal evenings.)

Visitor Process: Call or email so we can arrange a tour, and hopefully a visitor can come and share a meal with us.

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): 88 Non-member Residents: 0 Open to new members: Yes (When homes become available for sale or rent.)	Government Decision Making: Other (Consensus with some majority rule exceptions.) Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: Yes (HOA Board (leadership rotates))	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Labor Contribution: Expected (3 work days a year plus) Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (HOA Dues)
Land and Buildings Suburban (This land was once rural and still has a little of that flavor) Area: 7.3 acres (3.0 hectares) Land Owned By: The community Number of Residences: 38 Cohousing: Yes	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 21-50% (Households can) Share Community Meals: 1 time/week Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Omnivorous (Vegetarian, vegan options usually available) Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Seldom used	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Ecumenical (includes "all religions") Educational Style(s): Public schooled

Cohousing Details

Cohousing Status:

Completed

Number of Units:

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