Affordable Housing

By 2036, Michigan will be warmer, wetter in winter, drier in summer, and subject to more extreme weather events than today. The federal government's abandonment of climate regulation increases the likelihood of the higher-emissions pathway, thereby accelerating these trends. But Michigan remains one of the most livable places in a warming America—abundant water, state-level clean energy commitments, and a climate that, while changing, avoids the catastrophic heat and drought.

Michigan's seniors face a housing affordability crisis. With 45.2% of income from Social Security, averaging just $2,071/month, they can afford only $621 for housing, while actual costs exceed $3,460/month. The Eco Village Co-op's limited-equity cooperative model addresses this by permanently capping housing costs at 30% of income.

The legislation would establish federal best-practice guidelines for zoning and land use and create pre-approved “pattern books” to speed up construction. How will this benefit the Eco Village Co-op? I have gathered comprehensive information about the Housing for the 21st Century Act and its implications for the Eco Village Co-op. Let me now create the final analysis. The Housing for the 21st Century Act presents a transformative opportunity for the Eco Village Co-op's develo

Society’s push for independence, privacy, and convenience has left people lonely, mistrustful, and disconnected, outsourcing what used to be mutual care to the market. The EVC is “a place where you practice being a good neighbor on purpose”—compromise, showing up, honest conversations, and shared work.

For millions of older Americans, retirement now means stretching fixed incomes, working longer, and worrying about outliving savings. Housing is the most significant strain on the budget; adults 65 and older spend roughly one‑third of their income on housing costs alone. Eco Village Co‑op is designed to reduce those costs, stabilize your month‑to‑month expenses, and provide a supportive community so your retirement income goes further and feels safer.

Eco Village Co‑op offers $150,000 cooperative cohousing units as a practical response to America’s housing affordability crisis, where nearly 57% of households cannot afford a $300,000 home. By combining fourplex design, nonprofit cooperative ownership, renewable energy, and onsite food production in Michigan, the Eco Village Co‑op model demonstrates how self‑sufficient, community‑owned housing can create truly attainable homes for students, seniors, and working families.