The map divides the property into five lots:
We envision "Co-Live" homes that comply with Single Family Residential zoning.
From a permitting perspective, this is a 4 BR home with an attached 2 BR "accessory dwelling unit".
In the main house, four non-related adults each have their own Bedroom "suite" with private entrance, and share common kitchen, dining and living spaces. The attached ADU has its own private kitchen/living space and can accommodate a small family or serve as "caretaker" housing.
2 of these lots will be adjacent, situated around a common courtyard.
Total property area: ~7.45 acres (≈ 106,057 sq ft)
Zoning: RS-9 (Residential Single-Family)
Existing features: Main house, barn, shed, carport, driveway, and floodplain areas adjoining a tributary to Silas Creek.
New Y culdesac road
Fire Access: 60-ft-diameter cul-de-sac turnaround planned.
Access & Utility Easement: 25-foot-wide easement connecting Lots 2–4.
Floodway / Floodplain: Western and southern areas marked “No Construction.”
Existing Dirt Drive : Easement for Lot 5
This is a mock up of a cottage court - 7 houses clustered around a central courtyard. Parking is off to the edge, so that residents focus on connection to people
This can also be accomplished with a more traditional House in the front - ADU in the back on narrow Single Family Lots.
Here is a presentation about hempcrete, specific to the work at Root Down.
https://www.dezeen.com/2021/07/29/barrault-pressacco-biomaterials-social-housing-paris/