Research and Reports
International Policies to Promote Cooperative Housing
This publication offers an international review of the legal tools and public policies available to different levels of government to promote housing cooperatives.
‘Co-op Difference’ report shows housing affordability gap increasing between housing co-ops and market rentals
CHF Canada has launched a new research report called The Co-op Difference: Comparing co-op and market rents in five Canadian cities.
Cohousing models to address affordable housing in Australia and Tasmania
Research paper on cohousing models to address affordable housing in Australia and Tasmania, by Monica Antel.
Housing the ‘missing middle’
Ann Apps, The University of Newcastle, Australia Housing the 'missing middle' - Limited Equity Housing Co-operatives can deliver advantages over private rental for those who cannot afford home ownership. The growing number of people who are in the ‘missing middle’...
Housing Co-operatives in Australia
This paper, from Emeritus Professor Greg Patmore, provides a historical overview of housing co-operatives in Australia.
Alternative housing models needed for older Australians on low incomes
Shared equity home ownership and co-operative housing are the top two preferred options for low-income older Australians.
Articulating Value in Housing Co-operatives
The Articulating Value in Housing Co-operatives research project seeks to identify the benefits generated by housing cooperatives and how those benefits are created.
Impediments and Opportunities for Growing the Cooperative Housing Sector: an Australian Case Study
Research paper from Louise Crabtree, Neil Perry, Sidsel Grimstad and Joanne McNeill, International Journal of Housing Policy.
Quantifying the environmental impact of ecovillages and co-housing communities: a systematic literature review
Findings of a systematic review of quantitative studies of the environmental impact of intentional communities, including comparisons with relevant “mainstream” communities.
Benefits of co-op living
Improved mental well-being and happiness as well as skills development from living in co-operative and community-led housing schemes.