Agape Village
By
CASCADIA CLUSTERS
In
Portland,
Usa
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Data Info
Author
CASCADIA CLUSTERS
City
Portland
Country
Usa
Year
2019
Program
Transitional Village
Technical Info
Site area
600 sqm
Gfa
0
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0 far
Population density
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inh/ha
Home Units:
15
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0
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0
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Buildup:
0
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NonBuild-up:
0 %
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0 %
Business
0
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Commercial
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Civic
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Description
- The transitional housing community is located on the grounds of a city church on a former quarry site.
- The housing is arranged in a horseshoe formation around a central open space, fostering a sense of community and providing a level of safety for residents.
- The settlement is based on the Housing First concept, which prioritizes providing shelter to homeless individuals, enabling them to work towards financial stability and improving their life situations.
- It is designed as a safe space to protect residents from weather, local enforcement, and crime.
- Each "pod" features an elevated sleeping area, with a living space below and a window. There is no electricity or plumbing inside the pods as of now.
- A small front porch accompanies each unit, and a 10-foot spacing between the pods ensures room for emergency vehicles and views of the surrounding vegetation.
- There is a communal outdoor kitchen, along with portable toilets and shower facilities with warm running water located at one end of the community.
- Food donations come from a charitable organization, supporting the residents’ basic needs.
- Residents are selected through a process led by the church, involving background checks and consultations.
- They are required to follow rules related to sobriety and non-violence during their stay.
- Residents have access to necessary services, such as financial and medical assistance, as part of the program.
- The pods were built by homeless individuals from a similar village, allowing them to earn income and develop skills for future employment.
- The skill development program was managed by a charitable organization, providing supervision and support for the workers.
- Solar panels have been installed on the pods, providing basic charging and lighting functions for the residents.
- Currently, there is no limit on the duration of a resident’s stay. However, they are encouraged to work towards an integration plan for eventually moving into independent housing.
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