It needs a strong mix.
Rental co-operative housing complements existing community housing, social housing and build-to-rent models by offering something distinct: long-term affordability with resident participation built in.
Co-ops aren’t about replacing what already works. They strengthen the system by:
– Supporting stable, well-managed communities
– Delivering strong social and environmental outcomes
– Creating homes designed for long-term stewardship, not short-term turnover
If we want a housing system that’s resilient, diverse and future-focused, rental co-ops belong firmly in the national conversation.
Because housing works best when people are part of the solution – not just recipients of it.
