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Welcome to Gratitude Village
Embrace connection, diversity and sustainability in Colorado's newest Cohousing community.
Rooted in Gratitude,
Growing in Community,
Leading in Sustainability
Thriving in Affordability
Welcome to Gratitude Village Colorado
Our Values & Intent:
1. Community & Connection - Being part of a community is healthier for us – mentally, physically, emotionally and economically and is why we have selected the cohousing model for our development. This model can also be better for the planet through smaller footprint homes, expansive green spaces and climate-friendly practices.
2. Sustainability – The goal is for our homes to be Passive House certified and for the community buildings (and ultimately the community) to be LEED certified. Plus we’ll have water-friendly, organic permaculture-influenced gardens, xeriscaped green spaces designed for Colorado living and the community will be Net Zero - meaning we will produce all of our energy needs onsite.
3. Affordability - At least one third to one half of the homes in the community will be affordable - subsidized so seniors, first-time home buyers, families with young children and adults with disabilities can afford to own a home. We envision three tiers of housing:
Tier 1 - Smaller apartment homes (600-800 sq ft) connected to the common house. These are ideal for first time home buyers, senior living, single person and small households or anyone wanting to be at the heart of the community.
Tier 2 - Attached single family homes (w/ 2 -4 bedrooms, 900-1100 sq ft). Likely configured as quads or fiveplexes on smaller lots.
Tier 3 - Market rate detached single family homes (1300-1500 sq ft, 2-4 bedrooms with average sized lots).
This mix gives the community mobility within itself. Someone can start with an apartment and then buy up when their resources allow, or someone might start with a larger home and then downsize to an apartment in the future.
4. Diversity – Our community embraces a wide range of incomes, ages, abilities, race & ethnic backgrounds, family structures and belief systems and as such will build following universal design principles and is seeking funding to subsidize a portion of the homes to support four specific groups: seniors, persons with disabilities, families with young children and first-time home buyers.
5. Nature – Our goal is to maximize the amount of green space in the community including a community commons, kids playground, garden & greenhouse spaces, playing fields, and a 2-7 acre dog park depending on the final acreage of land we purchase.
Our Vision:
To create a more connected, sustainable, equitable and healthy world through affordable, energy-efficient homes in a cohousing community.
Join Our Community Today
We invite you to explore our vision through images and descriptions, and look forward to sharing videos and documentation as our community grows and flourishes.
Gratitude Village Inc (dba Gratitude Village Colorado) is a non-profit corporation and has applied for 501(c)3 status with the IRS.
Send us an email if you'd like to be on our email list for updates or even better, join us for an in person or virtual gathering!
Where Community Thrives in Affordable, Net Zero Living
Our Mission:
Develop a flagship, affordable, Net Zero, cohousing community of 24-56 accessible home units in the Denver area as an alternative to the traditional suburban subdivision or apartment complex and bridge the gap between rental units and for sale market rate homes.
Sustainable Community Living
Join us in creating a multi-generational, intentional community that values relationship, green-living, diversity, and affordability.
Nature Appreciation
Celebrate nature with like-minded individuals in our vibrant, net zero community focused on sustainability and green-living.
Connections Space
Engage with individuals from various backgrounds creating a rich community life & enjoy incredible shared facilities including an amazing Common House, gardens, greenhouse, maker space & more!
Establish new friends in a community that encourages diversity and is being built to be affordable to a wide array of abilities and income levels.
Affordability & Diversity
Our Location
Gratitude Village is nestled along the Front Range of Colorado, near Denver, offering a serene environment for connection and sustainability while still having reasonable access to Denver International Airport and the amenities of a big city. We are in the process of finding and purchasing land (12-18 acres) so stay tuned!
Location
123 Nature Lane, Colorado
PO Box 150104 Lakewood, CO 80215
Hours
9 AM - 5 PM
Read our articles and more on our substack: Notes From the Common House