Wolf Creek Village Cohousing Under Construction

Being part of a co-housing project is demanding under the best of circumstances.

Would-be residents aren't just buying a home — they meet regularly and at length, working out the details of their community, and become well- acquainted neighbors in the process.

But for the prospective residents of Wolf Creek Lodge, a 30-unit senior co-housing project under construction on Freeman Lane, the downturn in the economy meant being stranded without financing for the last two years.

“The project was agreed to by the banks, but at the last minute they pulled the funding,” said prospective resident Dick Shannon.

“We didn't think it would take two years, we always thought it would be next month,” said another member, Jacque Bromm.

Funding finally came through this fall, which Co-housing Partners President Kathryn McCamant attributed to the members' dedication.  Read more

Nevada City Cohousing Announces Grand Opening – A Dream is Realized

On June 10, 2006, thirty-four households of Nevada City Cohousing celebrated the realization of their dream--to create a multi-generational, child-friendly, and environmentally sustainable neighborhood. read more

Awards for Cotati Cohousing

The National Association of Homebuilders has recently awarded Cotati Cohousing their "Best in American Living Award" for the Best Smart Growth Community Design in the U.S. for a community under 150 units, and their EnergyValue Housing Award. Cotati Cohousing has also received recognition from the American Institute of Architects. View press release