The Chittenden County Vermont Intentional Community Peace & Respect House

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  • Home-sharing
  • Town/Small City

Founding year

  • 2019

What we do

The current need for a communal living house in a really, absolutely area that is also served by good public transit is really one of the major determining factors in bringing a shared living intentional community to this particular region. After being welcomed as a guest at a truly incredible communal hostel, which is the initial inspiration for this particular, again, really much needed endeavor/initiative, all the facts were all abundantly clear. The ability to coexist, as a group of people, always peacefully, and, of course, really solving whatever needs attention via conflict resolution, as well as 100% effective communication, is incredibly important (not just in any living situation, but also in work (employment/volunteer) scenarios, at neighborhood community centers, at town hall meetings, and just about anywhere. It is, of course, a required skill that can be just one way to really help affect 100% positive change in our communities. The fundamental concept of always respecting one another, as well as treating each other, daily, with both 100% dignity and 100% respect. Swearing/Cussing is, of course, always NOT encouraged, and it will always, constantly, be appreciated if vulgar language has absolutely no place in an intentional community such as this. The words we all use really do matter. We always need to, again, ‘respect’ each other’s differences, even if we might not always agree, there is definitely a way to constantly be both civil 100% and just incredibly really sincerely understanding.
It really all starts with people who definitely do want to make a 100% positive difference for their communities, as well both their families and themselves.

Our Mission

Realizing the major 100% need for a community home that will always be there to help people in the community both prosper and become better individuals. Recognizing each person as both a dignified individual and a distinguished individual. Always learning from each other. Making sure individuals have what they need, and providing moral support, as well as guidance, whenever realistically possible.

  • Purpose
  • Home-sharing
  • Community type
  • Coliving
  • Student Co-op
  • Intentional Neighborhoods
  • Sustainability practices
  • Waste reduction / composting
  • Activities
  • Property management
  • Others

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2019
  • Started planning
  • January 1, 2020
  • Started living together
  • 10 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Open to visitors
Total
10

How to join

Prospective members are always welcome to inquire about both vacancies and if this particular communal living intentional community would be the right cohabitation place for them. One fact is that this particular intentional community will always strive to be an affordable one, with some major set guidelines in place from the start for achieving this particular status on behalf of all its residents/community members.

Basic expectations or agreements for members

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Primary decision-making authority

  • Small Leadership Group

A few people (not elected by the broader community) make the major decisions.

Decision-making process

  • Full Consensus

Everyone must agree before moving forward.

Governance structure

  • Collaborative/Horizontal

Power and responsibility are shared relatively equally among members.

Conflict resolution approach

It has been noted that community members, in general, choose to share with whomever that they, personally, would like, and always making sure that this particular reasonable, as well as 100% understandable notion is honored will always be extremely important as part of the basic guidelines for the intentional community communal house structure (for the sake, as well as 100% consideration of every community member/resident).

Economic model

  • Partial Income-Sharing

Members contribute a percentage of income to community funds.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation

Additional economic information

Regular fees: Yes
Labor: Encouraged or suggested (5 hrs/week)
Members with pre-existing debt: allowed
This Particular Intentional Community Communal House Is (Would Be) Ideal For Students, With Loans That Either Will Need To Be Paid Off Eventually or Are Being Paid Off. Students Who Are Also Paying An Extraordinary Amount In Expenses Just To Afford Both Their Undergraduate Studies & Their Graduate Studies.

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Common House, Garden(s), Library

Frequency of communal meals

  • 2-5 times per week

Significant food acquisition practices

  • Locally sourced

Dietary type

  • Vegetarian Only

Dietary restriction

  • People can cook and eat what they want in their own residence

Community activities and engagement

  • Transition Town (post-petroleum and off-grid communities.)
  • Neighborhood, Community Housing, or Homeowner's Association

Substance use culture

  • Substance use occurs primarily at celebrations or ceremonies
  • Substance use is prohibited in the community

Gender composition

  • Roughly balanced (no group over 60%)

Age demographics

  • Mixed adults (few or no children)

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Location

  • Vermont, United States

The Chittenden County Vermont Intentional Community Peace & Respect House

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1 week ago

Healing Love Healing Money: Trust As The Foundation For A New Culture

Money, love and power are among the hardest things any community works with, and many of us carry the same fears into both: not having enough, losing what we have, and the sense that if someone else gets money or love, we won’t. Healing Love, Healing Money: Trust as the Foundation for a New Culture is taught by two intentional communities. Karen McAllister and Duncan Cryle are from Clear Sky Meditation and Retreat Center, a Buddhist-lineage community in the BC Rockies. Monika Alleweldt and Benjamin von Mendelssohn from Tamera Healing Biotope, a community of about 160 people in southern Portugal that has spent decades studying love, trust and relationship. Clear Sky has spent years working on its relationship with money, and our two communities found surprising parallels in the fears beneath both. Over four sessions we explore the roots of fear around money and belonging, love, possession and power, trust as infrastructure (community as a container for healing), and ethical livelihood. We use short meditations, body-based practices, reflection and small-group conversation. You do not need to be in a romantic relationship or live in community. When: October 27, Nov 3, 10, 17. All four sessions: 12–2pm Vancouver, 1–3pm Alberta, 7–9pm UK and Portugal, 8–10pm Central Europe. Note: US and some Canadian provinces change clocks on November 1, so the US west coast is 12–2pm on October 27, then 11am–1pm for the remaining sessions, and Eastern is 3–5pm on October 27, then 2–4pm for the rest. Cost: sliding scale Details and registration: https://www.clearskycenter.org/event/healing-love-healing-money-online/  
October 27, 2026 13:00 – November 17, 2026 15:00
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4 months ago

Do you feel called to help co-create a small, newly forming eco-spiritual community?

Old structures are crumbling. New ways of living are calling. We are answering that call. Wild Grace is an eco-spiritual community located in the Sierra foothills 30 minutes from Grass Valley, California. We recently completed new homes for those who feel called to our vision. Currently there are four of us living on this sacred 80 acres of land although we are a hub for an expanded neighborhood community. Many join us weekly for potlucks, expressive dance, Qi Gong, monthly musical gatherings, and seasonal celebrations in our temple, as well as tending to our orchard. We are excited to welcome others to join us on the land who are dedicating their lives to spiritual growth and ready to live in a more focused and intimate heart-centered lifestyle. Might that be you or someone you know? The fundamentals are simple. Spirit. We listen personally and collectively together most mornings, usually starting with a musical offering, a prayer, or a short reading, followed by about 40 minutes of what we call “sacred silence.” Heart Circles. About once a week we gather to share and listen. We are informed by authentic and compassionate communication practices. Nature. The land itself—an 80-acre oasis of field and forest perched above the wild and scenic South Yuba River—calls for our stewardship in the gardens, orchard, greenhouses, and general care. In turn, nature feeds us abundantly, both literally and spiritually. Interbeing. We join with others to share inspiration and connection as we host monthly gatherings of song, story and prayer that draws from the larger community in addition to other events we share with our closer neighbors. As we attend to these fundamentals, Grace flows to and through us—often in “Wild” or unexpected ways. Grace catalyzes through us, but is not something we possess. Because we all are connected, we feel that Grace actively transforms n
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Lot of Goodness

Are you seeking to live in a sustainable, wellness-oriented community that prioritizes nature and environmental conservation? Lot 6 in the Living Well Ecovillage offers the perfect opportunity to be part of a vibrant, self-sufficient community committed to holistic health and ecological harmony. This lot, approximately 1/3 acre in size, is equipped with city utilities and fiber internet access. It is located in a unique mixed-use community with a variety of land uses planned for the future, including small business/commercial spaces, tiny houses, cluster housing, and a 10-acre farm. Your home could face the street or look North to the Living Well Park &  Pavilion where we enjoy many activities together as a Community.  Lot 6 would be ideal for someone who wanted to be close to the action.  Maybe you’d like a large, shared home. Or a business location. The Ecovillage is home to a diverse range of homes, such as timber frame, Deltec, hempcrete, and Net-Zero energy designs—all built with green building principles in mind. This community prioritizes sustainability and wellness in every aspect of life. About the Living Well EcovillageSpanning 126 acres, the Living Well Ecovillage is bordered by the Deep River and Sandy Creek, offering stunning natural beauty and a tranquil environment. The Ecovillage includes shared spaces like a community garden, a Greenway/Rail Trail, and a neighborhood park. Over 53 acres of natural land buffer the river and creek, preserving the area’s pristine beauty and offering residents a true connection to nature. Your Dream Home AwaitsLot 6 is the ideal spot to build your sustainable home, surrounded by trees, rock outcroppings, and abundant wild edible plants. Experience breathtaking views and a peaceful setting, perfect for those seeking a slower, more connected way of life. A Community That Supports WellnessThe Living Well Ecovillage is not just about space—it’s about community. With access to the Folk School, residents engage in hands-on learning, sustainable practices, and personal growth, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. Perfectly LocatedJust two miles from Highway 64 in Franklinville, North Carolina, the Ecovillage is easily accessible to Greensboro, Asheboro, and Siler City, and a short drive from Raleigh, Durham, and Charlotte. It’s centrally located between the mountains and the ocean, with easy access to cultural and recreational amenities. Join Us in Building a Better FutureLot 6 offers more than just land—it’s an opportunity to be part of a community with a shared vision for a sustainable, resilient future. Ready to start the next chapter of your life in the Living Well Ecovillage? Visit Living Well Ecovillage for more information and to explore your future home. For an aerial and street level view, visit Google Maps.
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