A pattern language for sustainable, expandable communities using hexagonal pod-based architecture
v0.2.1 — Single-Story DesignEach hex is a self-contained unit with 38 pods + commons. Add hexes at edges as population grows. Merge or repurpose hexes as community evolves.
When population exceeds 40 or waitlist > 10, add a new hex at any of 6 edges. Each new hex can connect its commons to the existing one.
Designed to meet Indiana town incorporation requirements: 50 residents max per seed hex, county approval process, infrastructure standards.
Solar + battery, well water, rainwater collection, septic. Each hex can operate off-grid if needed. Food production zones zoned by intensity.
| Pod Type | Count | Sq ft | Occupancy | Cost/pod |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solo (Type A) | 20 | 150 | 1 adult | $8-11.5K |
| Double (Type B) | 8 | 200 | 2 adults | $12-18K |
| Family (Type C) | 4 | 300 | 2-4 people | $18-25K |
| Care (Type D) | 4 | 280 | 1-2 (elderly/disabled) | $16-22K |
| Flex (Type E) | 2 | 160 | Variable | $10-14K |
| TOTAL | 38 | 7,240 | Max 50 | $412-590K |
| County | Land Price/Acre | Tiny Home Regs | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown County | $3,000 - $8,000 | No min sq ft, Log Cabin Rule | BEST OPTION |
| Greene County | $2,500 - $6,000 | Relaxed, agricultural zoning | GOOD |
| Orange County | $3,000 - $7,000 | Flexible, PUD possible | GOOD |
| Parke County | $2,500 - $5,000 | Very rural, minimal oversight | ALTERNATE |
| Source | Amount | Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Member Equity (40 shares) | $440,000 (40%) | $11K/share, 1 vote, occupancy right |
| Impact Investors | $385,000 (35%) | 4% preferred return, 7-year term |
| Construction Loan | $275,000 (25%) | 7-8%, 15-year amortization |
Research counties, find land, form legal entity, design finalization, contractor selection
Secure member commitments, pitch investors, obtain construction loan, submit permits
Clear land, drill well, install septic, pour foundation, utility connections
Erect structure, install roof, exterior envelope, interior build-out, MEP systems
Install prefab pods, kitchen equipment, solar system, final inspections
Founding members move in, establish town governance, file incorporation papers
Legal requirements, infrastructure checklist, expansion protocol
.mdSingle-story layout, pod distribution, commons design, structural details
.md5 pod types with layouts, dimensions, cost estimates
.mdTarget counties comparison, land prices, zoning details
.mdCapital stack, member shares, operating budget, expansion financing
.md6-phase roadmap with tasks and milestones
.mdCore philosophy, principles, sustainability metrics
.mdBlank template for tracking each hex's metrics
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