Cohousing-L Mailing List: Rental Policy

[Joel Bartlett (altairecovillage]

Dear Friends,

We at Altair are trying to finalize our rental policy.  Still a
forming community, but we need to be clear to folks who are thinking of
investing, but not living there themselves and wanting to rent out their
home.
-Our normal "Trailblazer" process includes Sociocracy training, attending
various Circles and Socials, and familiarizing themselves with our history
and our culture.
-The usual length of time is four months, but two months is possible upon
request. Can this be reduced still further to, say, one month?
-There was a suggestion that the Owner can "certify" a Renter, but, if the
Owner does not go through the training themselves, they may not be able to
determine the "fit."
-The policy acknowledges, as many communities do, that a Renter is expected
to be part of the community, the work parties, the Circle meetings, etc.
-When it comes to fiscal or legal matters, the Renter cedes to the Owner to
make decisions.
-Our minimal rental period is 90 days - no AirBnB's etc.

Any suggestions, examples, or comments greatly appreciated.

Yours, Joel
Altair EcoVillage
610-220-6172
www.altairecovillage.org