Nevada City Cohousing :: Communities Directory

Formed: 2002 Established: 2005

Nevada City Cohousing

Nevada City, California,

United States

(United States)

We are a 34-unit cohousing community located within walking distance of a lovely Sierra Nevada Foothill town. Over six of our 10 acres are dedicated to open space. The community was initiated by architects Katie McCamant and Chuck Durrett in 2002; the first residents moved in in 2005.

We are 84 (plus two) people altogether: 56 adult members, 30 kid members. This includes 17 elder members (55+), 12 single adult households, and 19 households with kids.

Our community has many sustainable features, including photovaltaic solar for every home and the common house, sustainably forested lumber in the construction of buildings, and hydronic heating systems for very energy-efficient, healthy homes.

Status: Occupied and operational.

Website: http://www.nccoho.org/

Contact:

Nevada City Cohousing
200 Redbud Way
Nevada City, California 95959 United States

Community location is placed at the center of the zip/postal code, city/state, or city/country (not based on street addresses)

Former/Other Names: Broad Street Commons

Last Updated:3/14/2010

Visitors Accepted

(Every Other Month Tours. 1st Sat every 2 mos.)

Visitor Process: Please call 530-265-6312 to RSVP for one of our Saturday tours. Please email if you would like to know about possible homes for sale or if you would like to be on an interest list for possible openings.

Network Affiliations:

Coho/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): 86 Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: By consensus Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: No	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Labor Contribution: Expected Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (HOA dues)
Land and Buildings Small Town Area: 11 acres (4.5 hectares) Land Owned By: The community (HOA) Number of Residences: 34 Cohousing: Yes	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% (Just getting going, lots of potential, over 70 fruit trees) Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week (Common meals 6 times/week.) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: (Usually have a vegarian option at meals.) Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Seldom used	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Educational Style(s): (Lots of options in vicinity, excellent public and charter school options. Strong regional home school programs.)

Cohousing Details

Cohousing Status:

Completed

(2006)

Year Completed:

2006

Number of Units:

Square Feet in Common House:

4000

(Great Room, lounge and pool table room with fireplace, kids play, meeting, teen room (one of the more successful), guest rooms and separate workshop.)

Architect:

McCamant & Durrett Architects

Developer:

McCamant & Durrett Architects, Wonderland Hill Development Co.

Commercial Lender:

Exchange Bank, Santa Rosa, CA

Become an Editor Current editor(s): cohousing, nccoho, sarito, katiemccamant

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For Sale at Nevada City CoHousing

3 bedrooms plus office, 2 bathrooms; 1440 square feet plus attic and large, dry, walkable crawlspace.

Super energy efficient: well insulated walls & ceilings, low-e windows, radiant heat. Solar panels for electricity and hot water. (Our electric bill is about $6 a month for the connection to the grid) High speed internet throughout community. Natural bamboo, wool carpet and Marmoleum floors. Many large windows let in lots of light. Ample closet space. Whole house fan helps keep house cool in summer. Whole house vacuum system. High ceilings.

This house is located next to the community garden. The large deck overlooks a seasonal creek. The community includes: Common House w/ Kitchen, Dining area, sitting room, kids room, teen room, laundry &, guest rooms; pool & hot tub; 6 acres of open-space and forest and a foot trail to historic downtown Nevada City.

Contact Larry or Elise at 530-265-6312

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