Speed of commitment:

Fast: Open to a situation that takes everyone being all-in from the start (with contracts & clarity)

IC types I would live in or am forming:

Cohousing: private residences around shared space

Food production:

Not involved in farming or gardening

IC seeker or founder/resident:

IC seeker or cofounder: I’m seeking to join likeminded others as a core group in founding a new IC. Together we will establish a vision and norms.

Service-based IC (services offered):

Short term shelter

Vulnerable population as a proportion of residents:

No can do

Residential proximity:

House mates (separate bedrooms, shared kitchen)

Ownership types:

Rent a room as a trial run, Whatever the group can agree on

Reasons for shared housing:

Friendship and sharing activities, Having a “chosen family” to share good times and support each other thru hard times, Sharing meals and chores

Décor of shared areas:

Not important

Clutter level of shared living areas or work space:

Average level of "lived in" look, Tidy in shared spaces, with a designated place for things

Cleanliness level (germs & crumbs):

All food counters & tables wiped down daily to not attract pests, Dishes washed (or loaded into dishwasher) daily to not attract pests

Yard or landscaping:

Yard aesthetics are not a priority

Neighborhood or scenery:

Clean well maintained urban or suburban surroundings are a priority worth paying extra for, Nature scenery is a priority worth paying extra for

Current city, town, or county:

Tulum, Mexico (Currently ... somewhat nomadic)

Nation(s) of current residence:

Canada, Mexico

Preferred regions:

Africa eastern, Africa southern, Africa western, Asia (other south Asia), Asia eastern, Australia, Brazil, Canada BC, Canada Maritimes, Canada ON, Canada northern provinces , Canada prairie provinces, Caribbian, Central America, China, Europe eastern non-EU, European Union, India, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Middle East, Mongolia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Pakistan, Russia, South America (Spanish-speaking), U.S. Alaska, U.S. California, U.S. Colorado, U.S. Florida, U.S. Missouri, U.S. Oregon, U.S. Texas, U.S. Washington state, U.S. midwest region, U.S. northeast region, U.S. rocky mountain region, U.S. southeast region, U.S. southwest region, United Kingdom

Population density:

Nomadic, Remote, Rural, Small town, Suburban or exurban, Urban

State, province, or region:

Generation:

Gen X (45-60)

Generations intended in IC:

Gen A (born 2013 – 2024), Gen B (babies! born 2025 – 2039), Gen X (born 1965 – 1980), Gen Z (born 1997 – 2012), Millennial (born 1981 – 1996), Older boomer (born 1946 – 1954), Pre-boomer (born before 1946), Younger boomer (born 1955 – 1964)

Illegal recreational drugs (tolerable rules):

Should be dealt with by group decision in a manner to support non-use

Overnite guests (tolerable rules):

Should be permitted in limited circumstances as decided by the governance process, Should be subject to group decision only if it becomes problematic

Religious or spiritual practice-based IC:

No mandate of adherence to shared religious beliefs and practices

Ecological preservation ethics:

Commitment to reduce, re-use, recycle, Composting toilet, Eating vegan, vegetarian, or certified humane animal products, Gray water recycling where permitted, Local food commitment for low carbon footprint, Minimize use of plastic, Use of alternative power such as solar or wind

Size of community:

11 to 20, 21 to 50, 51 to 150, 6 to 10, Over 150, Under 6

Gender + number:

Male

Genders welcome in IC:

Female, Male, Non-binary, Trans AFAB, Trans AMAB

Couple situations welcome in IC:

Available somewhat (e.g., in open relationship), Committed closed partnership(s) (e.g., married monogamous couples), Not available (e.g., you're okay if you're not going to be a threat to my primary relationship), Single (not in a committed closed partnership)

Sexual identities welcome in IC:

Cisgender (gender aligns with natal sex), Heterosexual (straight), LGBTQ+ (non-normative gender identity and/or same-sex attraction), Non-monogamous, Polyamorous (in more than one physically intimate relationship with consent of all involved), Polygamous (married to more than one spouse)

Sex & intimacy norms in IC:

A topic discussed with curiosity and respect, allowing for experimentation around what works for the community, A topic not discussed by the community, Celibate community, Other, Pre-determined by proscribed religious doctrine, with community accountability, Primarily left to the individual to determine, with the understanding that personal choices can impact community culture

Children in IC:

Children are not a good fit (e.g., college dorm or retirement community), Children are welcome but not a necessity (not a dealbreaker issue), Children are welcome if 8 or older and well-behaved (e.g., remote work group without childcare)

Dogs:

Indoor dog(s) not okay, Indoor dog(s) okay, Indoor dog(s) okay if non-shedding, Indoor dog(s) okay if small, Indoor dog(s) okay if some rooms are off limits, Not applicable, with separate residences each household decides, Outdoor dog(s) not okay, Outdoor dog(s) okay, Outdoor dog(s) okay if not frequent barkers

Cats:

Indoor cat(s) not okay, Indoor cat(s) okay, Not applicable, with separate residences each household decides, Outdoor cat(s) not okay, Outdoor cat(s) okay

Shared meals (acceptable norms):

Prefer shared meals daily, Prefer shared meals weekly or monthly, Shared meals are necessary community glue, Shared meals are necessary for efficiency and low cost, Shared meals should be optional

Medical risk bubbles:

I can commit to taking extra precautions for others in a high-risk category, I can live with or work physically close to people who do not take precautions against infection, allergy, or injury

Noise level:

A lively social environment should be the norm, A quiet serene living space should be the norm, As long as the vibe is positive, loud gatherings can be frequent, Different noise tolerance can be managed by having designated times for noise and quiet, Just keep it down enuf that neighbors don't complain, One quiet space should be reserved for those who need to focus on work, One space should be available for those who like to have videos or games on frequently, Parents with children shouldn't have to constantly keep them quiet

Off-grid:

Is a workable favored option, Is not the plan if it doesn't work for others I want to be in community with, Is not workable, Is okay but not so important, Is the definite only plan, Is workable for a part time location

Political orientation:

Decline to respond