CreativeQueers
Gen Z
Non-binary + male
Hutchinson, MN
Speed of commitment:
Slow: Open to a situation where trust can build over time, Fast: Open to a situation that takes everyone being all-in from the start (with contracts & clarity), In between: Open to a commitment after a defined time for a trial run
IC types I would live in or am forming:
LGBTQ+ commune, Van life co-travelers, Housing or shelter for a vulnerable group, Ecovillage or urban agrihood, Small farm or ranch, Medical risk bubble, RV or mobile home parks, Disaster prep shared cabin, Multi-house collective (resource-sharing among houses not adjacent), Resource-sharing commune, Off-grid commune, Tiny homes community, Activist commune supporting shared work, Shelter for homeless
Food production:
Working toward producing all or nearly all of our own food
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 (population):
Animal rescue, Physical disability, Learning disability, Low income families with children, Low income LGBTQ+, Low income ethnic minority, Refugee resettlement, Low income elderly, Low income with high medical risk, Chronically homeless, Mild to moderate mental illness, Mental illness involving delusion or dementia, Addiction recovery, Escaped from sex trafficking, Runaway or homeless minors, Aged out foster teens, In-system foster kids, Gang-involved youth, Ex convicts
Service-based IC (description):
Short term shelter, Long term shelter, Permanent residence, Provides school or vocational training for the selected group(s), Provides support services possibly including paid work opportunities for the selected group(s), Provides housing while attending college or vocational training
Vulnerable population as a proportion of residents:
More than half, About half, Less than half, All
Residential proximity:
Shared land (separate houses possibly with some shared buildings), Multi-house collective (shared resources, but IC houses might be scattered within a traditional neighborhood)
Ownership types:
Co-operative (collectively owned separate houses or apartments), Joint land purchase to subdivide, hold shares, or hold "tenancy in common", Whatever the group can agree on
Reasons for shared housing:
Ecological sustainability to reduce carbon footprint, Lower cost of living, Sharing resources (spaces, equipment, tools, vehicles, gardens), Sharing meals and chores, Helping each other with childcare, Having social interaction while limiting the amount of influence or interaction with society, Having a “chosen family” to share good times and support each other thru hard times, Friendship and sharing activities, Traveling frequently and wanting a home base that’s maintained, Not applicable (shared land, shared community hub such as gardens or meeting space, but not shared housing)
Décor of shared areas:
Not important, Not applicable (planning a community project or IC that does not include shared residence or homeowners association), Prefer furniture & decor that's kid-or-pet friendly (used or easily replaceable), Decisions based on practical utility and durability, Other
Clutter level of shared living areas or work space:
Super tidy at diagnosable OCD level, Tidy in shared spaces, with a designated place for things, Average level of "lived in" look, Creativity in progress (translate: not tidy in designated work space)
Cleanliness level (germs & crumbs):
Medical need for a regularly disinfected environment, Medical need for a dust-free environment, All food counters & tables wiped down after each use, All food counters & tables wiped down daily to not attract pests, Disinfectants must be ecologically safe products (chemical sensitivity), Dishes washed (or loaded into dishwasher) daily to not attract pests, Not planning to share cooking or dining space
Yard or landscaping:
Gardens and edible landscaping
Neighborhood or scenery:
Scenery is not high on the list of property characteristics that's worth paying extra for, Not applicable
Current city/town and state/province:
Hutchinson, MN
Nation(s) of current residence:
United States
Preferred regions:
Pacific Coast U.S., Mexico & Caribbean
Population density:
Small town, Rural, Remote, Nomadic
Duration of your current location:
Other
Relocation capacity:
Ready to move from my general area now or in the near future, Ready to move from my current residence now or in the near future, Other
Resource sharing:
Car share, Child care swap, Pet care swap, Garden (share work and produce), Farm or food forest (share work and produce), Joint business (share work and profits), Tool share (maintenance and use of expensive equipment), Emergency preparedness efforts, Meal preparation, Care of elderly, disabled, or incapacitated relatives
My socioeconomic status:
No income (or extremely low) but will trade work for room, board, and/or learning
Leisure and lifestyle:
Current work or personal demands leave little time for leisure
Leadership availability:
I'm willing to join as part of a core leadership team
Roles and responsibilities:
In a reciprocal relationship you give about as much as you get, but it happens without keeping track, In a small family-like group, the saying applies, “to each according to their need, from each according to their abilities", Clear responsibilities are important to minimize conflict, Flexible responsibilities are often best, which aren't assigned or micromanaged
Practical skills:
Cooking for groups, Childcare, Cleaning, Gardening, Permaculture, Carpentry & repair, Farm animal care, Organizing & labeling, First responder (first aid) or EMT
Years lived in an IC:
Lived with roommate(s) or housemate(s), Lived with sibling(s) or other non-parent relatives, No experience, but determined to make it work
Professional certifications or degrees:
First Aid, CPR, AED
Generation:
Gen Z
Generations intended in IC:
Children (born 2013 or later), Gen Z (born 1997 – 2012), Millennial (born 1981 – 1996), Gen X (born 1965 – 1980), Younger boomer (born 1955 – 1964), Older boomer (born 1946 – 1954), Pre-boomer (born before 1946)
Alcohol (tolerable rules):
Should be allowed after work hours, Should be regulated by group decision only if it becomes problematic
Tobacco smoking (tolerable rules):
Should not be allowed on the premises, Should only be allowed outdoors
Cannabis (tolerable rules):
Should be allowed in designated areas only, Should be regulated by group decision only if it becomes problematic
Illegal recreational drugs (tolerable rules):
Should not be policed by the community, as long as no minors are involved and others are not negatively impacted
Overnight guests (tolerable rules):
Should be permitted in limited circumstances as decided by the governance process, Should be allowed in designated guest areas, Should be subject to group decision only if it becomes problematic, Should not be a concern of the community, as long as everyone's privacy is respected
Daytime visitor access (tolerable rules):
Should be restricted to guest areas or residence of host, Should require that community is informed of planned visits, Should be discussed and limited by the IC agreements, Should not be restricted after certain individuals or visitor types are approved
Nudity (tolerable rules):
Should be limited to private rooms or private residences (as is the norm outside the IC), Should be permitted within designated areas of the IC (e.g., a gated hot tub), Should be welcome and discussed through the governance process, to consider each individual’s preferences
Required disclosures:
Past felony conviction, On sex offender registry, Current addictions even if under treatment
Prohibitions:
Open-minded and believe it is not right to restrict/interfere/prohibit/exclude anyone based on their behavior, lifestyle, choices, substance use, etc. unless it is problematic, then we should discuss with said person(s) about options moving forward.
Religious or spiritual practice-based IC:
No mandate of strict adherence to shared religious beliefs and practices
My religious beliefs or practices:
Spiritual but not religious
Practices welcome in IC:
Atheist, Agnostic, Spiritual but not religious, Muslim/Islam, Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh, Jewish, Bahai, Spiritualist, Pagan, Wiccan, Taoist, Jainist, Astrology, Pantheist, Native American / First Nations, Shamanic or indigenous animist, Zoroastrian, Kabbalah, Tarot, Mediumship, Near-death experience or out-of-body, Theosophical Society, New Thought (law of attraction), New Age (mix)
Ecological preservation ethics:
Local food commitment for low carbon footprint, Eating vegan, vegetarian, or certified humane meat, Use of alternative power such as solar or wind, Commitment to reduce, re-use, recycle, Gray water recycling where permitted, Composting toilet
Belief-related practices:
You do you. Just don't force or try to govern others with your beliefs. Respectful discussions welcome.
Wisdom sharing:
Communication, honesty, respect, consideration, kindness, compassion, cooperation, conflict resolution, responsibility, mutual understanding, etc.
Size of community:
Under 6, 6 to 10, 11 to 20, 21 to 50
Sense of togetherness:
I do not want to be required or pressured to share feelings in a group setting, I do not want obligatory group work where we are expected to help resolve disputes, Relationships should develop naturally, not thru team building exercises or mandated group circles
My gender + number:
Non-binary + male
Genders welcome in IC:
Non-binary, Male, Female
My current couple situation:
I'm in committed partnership
Couple situations welcome in IC:
Not applicable
My sexual orientation:
Pansexual, Asexual, Other, Not necessary for others to know
Sexual identities welcome in IC:
Monogamous (committed to a single sexual partner), Non-monogamous, LGBTQ+ (non-normative gender identity and/or same-sex attraction), 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:
Primarily left to the individual to determine, with the understanding that personal choices can impact community culture, A topic discussed with curiosity and respect, allowing for experimentation around what works for the community, Other
Physical affection:
I selectively enjoy hugs; I lean more toward the physically reserved side, I don’t enjoy casual hugs; I reserve physical affection for a very small number of people, It depends
My availability for physical intimacy:
Prefer not to share at this time
Mobility accommodations:
Potential wheelchair access, easily accessible handles/storage/resources/toilet&shower
Socioeconomic status:
Disabled and unable to do physically or mentally demanding jobs/tasks
Gender and sexuality:
Personally not comfortable living with cishet people due to safety reasons
Queer or LGBTQ:
Pronouns (He/Him), partners Pronouns (They/Them). We feel most comfortable with fellow queer/trans folk.
Children in IC:
Children are welcome but not a necessity (not a dealbreaker issue)
Dogs:
Not applicable, with separate residences each household decides
Cats:
Not applicable, with separate residences each household decides
Pets or farm animals I have or want:
Currently 1 cat. Intend to have large service dog. possibly more/open to all creature
Special food needs:
Strongly prefer home-processed foods, Strongly prefer raw foods, Strongly prefer freegan, Strongly prefer a high quality of food preparation
Plant-based or not:
Strictly vegan (no animal products), Primarily vegan, Strictly vegetarian (no milk, meat, eggs), Primarily vegetarian, Cage-free eggs okay, Small local dairy products okay, Conventional milk products okay, Certified-humane meat okay, Conventional meat products okay, Everyone makes their own food choices even when eating together
Organic:
Commitment to all organic, Organic non-certified is okay, Commitment to local-grown as much as possible, Commitment to non-GMO, All food choices are accepted, Not applicable (e.g., no obligation for shared meals)
Shared meals:
Shared meals should be optional
Medical risk bubbles:
I am in a high-risk category and must have those near me take precautions seriously, I can commit to taking extra precautions for others in a high-risk category
Pandemic norms:
Maintain strict social distancing and masks outside the IC, Sanitize hands frequently in the IC, Sanitize hands frequently in public, Keep good health practices for good immune function, Whatever results from group decision-making process
Health conditions:
Autism, ADHD, scoliosis, osteoarthritis, POTS, other.
Noise level:
A quiet serene living space should be the norm, 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, 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
Sleep:
I’m not very consistent with my waking and bedtimes, Not applicable (e.g., not planning to share living space that's close to sleeping space)
Tech savvy:
I’m pretty good troubleshooting tech
Wifi:
I must have wifi on 24/7, I need to be consistently connected to wifi during work hours, I can work without consistent internet connection
Off-grid:
Is the plan, Is a workable option, Is workable part time
Leisure time:
Art/creation, video games, foraging, herbalism, gardening, sewing, crochet, etc. Interested in learning/exploring many different things.
Films, books, music, podcasts, shows:
Steven Universe, Craig of the Creek, Adventure Time, Dead End: Paranormal Park, TOH, TWD, TLOU, Doctor Who, The Orville, etc.