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chemicals, etc. The implementation and enforcement will be spelled out in our bylaws. All residents, to the extent capable will be required to actively participate in the governance and operations of the community. This will include a requirement for residents to contribute a minimum number of hours to community activities each month according to abilities and interest. How are you addressing affordability? Hart’s Mill is being organized according to a model which takes a comprehensive, long-term approach to affordability. We seek to create a mutually supportive, mixed-income community. Some of the features and strategies that we plan to adopt include: • Smaller homes which are less expensive to build and to maintain • Private suites in one or two shared homes • Shared facilities and amenities such as laundry, commercial kitchen, workshop/crafting spaces, media and music rooms, storage spaces and guest rooms to eliminate or reduce the need for space, furnishings and equipment in individual homes • Shared specialty and/or infrequently-used equipment • Reduced costs and improved security for energy and food from onsite production • Carpooling and shared vehicles to reduce the need for families to own a second car or truck and to reduce commuting costs • Opportunities for in-kind contributions in lieu of a portion of cash payments • Informal social support for day-to-day needs such as after-school childcare as well as emergency situations such as accidents and illnesses • Frequent shared meals which reduce both cost and time, especially for working parents • Emergency financial fund for short-term loans to residents What happens when someone leaves Hart’s Mill? A homeowner leaving Hart’s Mill may sell their home to the general public provided that the buyer accepts all required covenants and agreements. At the same time, the community reserves the first right to purchase homes under certain circumstances (such as foreclosure). 18