Creative Housing Solutions - What you need to know

Woman's Village Collective

Creative Housing Solutions - What you need to know

DATE: Tuesday 2nd May
TIME: 10am-2pm
LOCATION: Byron Theatre, 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay

What can be done in the region to help support entering into creative housing models and what are the boundaries? 

Join us for a supportive workshop that will help you understand co-housing and land share options. This informative event is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to build a village, explore creative housing solutions, and find the right property for your needs.

At the workshop, you'll learn about different land and housing models, including regulations for tiny homes, dual occupancies, community titles, expandable dwellings, parameters of a manor house and more. Our expert speakers from the planning department of Byron Shire Council will offer valuable insights and advice to help you navigate the nuts and bolts of planning and understand what you need to know if you're considering going into property with other people.

During the Q&A session, you'll have the opportunity to ask questions, get advice, and learn from our town planner and advisors on creative housing solutions.  Do you need help understanding what can and can’t be done and what to look for in a property? Then this workshop is for you!

The event will take place on Tuesday, May 2nd, from 10am-2pm at the Byron Theatre, located at 69 Jonson St, Byron Bay. We have a limited number of seats available, so be sure to book your ticket early. Lunch will be provided, and we also have a capped number of childcare spots available for the live event. Please book a ticket for your child and state their age.

This workshop is part of a series about land and finance that's designed to help you achieve your long-term, secure, and affordable accommodation goals. Our ongoing community development and support will help you stay informed and committed to your housing goals.

Introducing Our Speakers:

Shannon Burt: Director of Sustainable Environment and Economy at Byron Shire Council, with over 30 years of experience in local and state government. Shannon is committed to finding innovative and local solutions to complex problems such as holiday lets and housing affordability, and shares valuable insights on the role of local government planners in creating community-oriented solutions.

Roseanna Meech: A town planner at Byron Shire Council, passionate about sustainable development, urban design, and cultural heritage conservation. Roseanna helps develop and implement Council's land use planning strategies and associated policies, programs, and plans. She has experience in local government, working to achieve equitable determinations and development.

Natalie Hancock: Senior Strategic Planner at Byron Shire Council for the last eight years, with extensive experience in strategic and community-oriented planning in remote rural to large urban centres. Natalie values traditional custodians' interests and works to adapt diverse legislation and policy frameworks to the local context in a way that works for the community. Her efforts include addressing the Shire's significant affordable housing issues.

Shane Sylvanspring: Social activist, Ecovillage educator, and town planner with over 13 years of experience in local government. Shane is the Board Director of Women's Village Collective and Managing Director of Planning Regenerative Communities Pty Ltd. He is committed to creating regenerative communities within the current planning framework, with a focus on co-living solutions and intentional communities that can solve the current housing crisis, climate crisis, and culture crisis. Shane has a genuine desire to work toward a better quality of life for all and has the knowledge and experience to help create co-living village models.

To learn more about our work, stay informed on the latest updates, and become a member, please visit our website at https://www.womensvillagecollective.org.au/. 

To read a recent interview with our Founder, Sama Balson visit Byron Community Centre website at
https://www.byroncentre.com.au/stories/... look forward to hosting you!