Project Description and Phases

2001/2007 Fletchers Chapel Road in Durham, North Carolina, is strategically located just 13 minutes from Durham's city center, which has seen a 129.41% real estate appreciation, averaging 8.66% annual growth over the past decade. This places Durham among the top 10% nationally for real estate appreciation. The proximity to Research Triangle, with its 13.4% annual appreciation, further highlights the area's appeal. Durham County has a 180-day turnover market for vacant land, indicating strong demand for property of this type.

The 2007 property is 1.82 acres of mostly flat buildable land. It features ample frontage and is peppered generously by large trees like pine, black walnut, oak, and ash, suitable for lumber production. It shares a right of way with 2 new subdivisions and well-maintained older units nearby.

The 1.64 Acre 2001 property is in a land trust to the Other America Movement organization, boasts fertile soil, an intermittent stream, palpable curb appeal and side street access. There is a written, notarized access agreement for development. It's nestled between larger vacant land parcels owned by an aging population which may offer lower per-acre prices in the future.

The combined parcels Residential Rural zoned with civic use and having existing utilities (operational well and Duke Energy) would save on infrastructure costs.

It has direct public road access, gravel paths and pads that can and have accommodated heavy machinery, vehicles and equipment.

A handshake between a food security activist and a college professor sparked a dream that became reality. Skip Gibbs gave up modern comforts to turn undeveloped land into a living classroom, where he teaches underprivileged youth and adults about land use, homesteading, and sustainable living. This land is both his purpose and a “homestead for all”—blending affordable, eco-friendly living with comfort and chic.

This proposed intentional community is designed for young families and professionals seeking a homestead lifestyle without starting from scratch. Offering a “MID-GRID” blend of amenities, community, and sustainability, it provides a cooperative environment for affordable, nature-focused living. Whether you’re experienced or new to this lifestyle, shared expenses and housing make it accessible. This 4-acre property is just minutes from downtown Durham, Brier Creek, and RTP—providing rural living close to city conveniences.Construction Phases:

PHASE ONE:

• A common house with kitchen, bathhouse, lounge/workspace, and wifi

• One “multi-unit” featuring four permanent units, ideal for young singles interested in affordable homesteading

• One Duplex consisting of two permanent units ideal for older professionals and young families

• One unit perfect for a growing family or roommates

• One shared laundry unit

• 1 GLAMPING PLATFORM for yurts, glamping tents and collapsible structures

• 1 Mobile living ports for RV, Conversion Van or Alternative living vehicles

• Outdoor shower

PHASE TWO:

• Two common house with kitchen, bathhouse, lounge/workspace, wifi

• Two “multi-unit” featuring four permanent units, ideal for young singles interested in affordable homesteading

• Two Duplexes consisting of two permanent units ideal for older professionals and young families

• One shared laundry unit

• Two units perfect for a growing family or roommates

• 3 GLAMPING PLATFORMS for yurts, glamping tents and collapsible structures

• 2 Mobile living ports for RV, Conversion Van or Alternative living vehicles

• Outdoor shower

• Large gardens and Green Spaces (individual plots available) stream, chickens, small livestock; residents can participate in workshops, classes, and volunteer work for rent discounts

• Outdoor lounge areas basketball court, field, firepits, playground, grill/picnic area, hammocks,

• Solar and grid power, filtered well water