Additionally, special pre-occupancy provisions are made for distant members, those who live where the driving time to Lawrence exceeds two hours. Observer of the Community Anyone who is interested in cohousing in Lawrence can be an Observer of the Lawrence Cohousing Community with a very minimal commitment. Observers are welcome to attend our social gatherings, attend and observe our business meetings, and receive summaries of our business meetings. Associate Member of the Community Associate Membership is a prerequisite to Equity Membership in our community. Associate Members participate in all community activities preceding their commitment to become Equity Members.
Membership is by household.
Complete an application form. Attend a business meeting. Attend a social gathering. Become acquainted with the concepts fundamental to our community by reading a recommended reading on the topic of consensus. Participation in all discussion and decisions of the business meetings except final decisions on the expenditure of equity funds.