Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohousing?
Cohousing describes an intentional community of residents living together on a shared property. Under California law, Yulupa Co-housing is a condominium complex—with privately, individually owned units—designed to foster connection and community among its members. At Yulupa Cohousing, housing units are arranged around a central courtyard. Shared facilities include indoor and outdoor places to dine and gather together, kitchen, laundry, workshop, gym and children's playground. Yulupa Cohousing aims to be a supportive, diverse, intergenerational community, whose members share governance, committee and other work and social events.
Are there openings at Yulupa Cohousing at this time?
Find units for sale or rent listed under Homes Available: Available Units & Tours. Buying or renting a unit is done directly with the available unit's legal owner or real estate agent. New owners and renters agree to follow the YCH CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), governing documents that describe community rules and responsibilities for residents.
I would like to visit your community. How do I arrange for a tour?
Check the information on the Homes Available page, and fill out the short Questionnaire.
What is the process for joining Yulupa Cohousing as a future resident?
First, submit our online Questionnaire, which adds you to our Interested Persons List. You'll be notified of homes for sale or rent and opportunities to visit with our members.
Second, visit Yulupa Cohousing in-person on a scheduled, monthly tour. Learn more about us and see if our community would be a good fit for you.
Third, attend a monthly General Meeting online to learn how we work together to manage community life and business.
Then, consider attending a community event to meet more members and hear more about our community life.
Cohousing describes an intentional community of residents living together on a shared property. Under California law, Yulupa Co-housing is a condominium complex—with privately, individually owned units—designed to foster connection and community among its members. At Yulupa Cohousing, housing units are arranged around a central courtyard. Shared facilities include indoor and outdoor places to dine and gather together, kitchen, laundry, workshop, gym and children's playground. Yulupa Cohousing aims to be a supportive, diverse, intergenerational community, whose members share governance, committee and other work and social events.
Are there openings at Yulupa Cohousing at this time?
Find units for sale or rent listed under Homes Available: Available Units & Tours. Buying or renting a unit is done directly with the available unit's legal owner or real estate agent. New owners and renters agree to follow the YCH CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), governing documents that describe community rules and responsibilities for residents.
I would like to visit your community. How do I arrange for a tour?
Check the information on the Homes Available page, and fill out the short Questionnaire.
What is the process for joining Yulupa Cohousing as a future resident?
First, submit our online Questionnaire, which adds you to our Interested Persons List. You'll be notified of homes for sale or rent and opportunities to visit with our members.
Second, visit Yulupa Cohousing in-person on a scheduled, monthly tour. Learn more about us and see if our community would be a good fit for you.
Third, attend a monthly General Meeting online to learn how we work together to manage community life and business.
Then, consider attending a community event to meet more members and hear more about our community life.
May I join in a Community Work Day?
Our once-a-month community work days are an excellent way to meet residents and get a feel for how we work together. Work days are the third Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to noon. We take care of our shared spaces, chiefly our beautiful outdoor landscaping. To join a work day, please email us.
May I stay in your Guest Room while I am in town?
Throughout the year, our guest room is reserved for members and their guests. However, we may be able to host you overnight for an event or Work Day. Please email the Membership Committee with your request.
Our once-a-month community work days are an excellent way to meet residents and get a feel for how we work together. Work days are the third Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to noon. We take care of our shared spaces, chiefly our beautiful outdoor landscaping. To join a work day, please email us.
May I stay in your Guest Room while I am in town?
Throughout the year, our guest room is reserved for members and their guests. However, we may be able to host you overnight for an event or Work Day. Please email the Membership Committee with your request.
Do the units have private yards?
The four townhouses and one downstairs 3-bedroom unit have small private backyards. All other units have either a porch or a balcony and many are shared with the adjoining unit.
Are pets allowed?
We allow two pets per unit. Waivers for additional pets that are already part of the family, needs approval by the YCH Board of Directors. Dogs must be kept on leash at all times in outdoor spaces. Cats are allowed outdoors, but we encourage cat owners to keep cats indoor for the health of wild bird populations and to keep them from using garden beds as litterboxes.
The four townhouses and one downstairs 3-bedroom unit have small private backyards. All other units have either a porch or a balcony and many are shared with the adjoining unit.
Are pets allowed?
We allow two pets per unit. Waivers for additional pets that are already part of the family, needs approval by the YCH Board of Directors. Dogs must be kept on leash at all times in outdoor spaces. Cats are allowed outdoors, but we encourage cat owners to keep cats indoor for the health of wild bird populations and to keep them from using garden beds as litterboxes.
Do you have any rental openings and if so, how much do they cost?
Information on rentals, if there are any, is under Homes Available.
Information on rentals, if there are any, is under Homes Available.
What is the legal status of Yulupa Cohousing?
Yulupa Cohousing is a California condominium governed by CC&R (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) documents. Members are elected to the board of directors, who must comply with the CC&Rs, Bylaws, and the legal framework of our Home Owner’s Association (HOA).
Yulupa Cohousing is a California condominium governed by CC&R (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) documents. Members are elected to the board of directors, who must comply with the CC&Rs, Bylaws, and the legal framework of our Home Owner’s Association (HOA).
Does YCH have wheelchair accessible units?
We have downstairs units that are accessible and designated, disability parking spaces.
We have downstairs units that are accessible and designated, disability parking spaces.
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Where can I learn more about cohousing communities?
To learn about cohousing communities across the county, visit the Cohousing Association of the United States. This national nonprofit provides information about all aspects of cohousing, including upcoming events and homes for sale. You can also read more at The Federation for International Community, another nonprofit that lists hundreds of intentional communities around the world. Also, read AARP’s Livable Communities, Ellen Ryan’s article, “20 Questions and Answers about Cohousing.” For more about Yulupa Cohousing, click on Community Life: What is Cohousing? If you have a question not answered above, email us using the Contact Us form. We'll do our best to send a timely response. |
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