Bay Area Community Land Trust

The Bay Area Community Land Trust (BACLT) is a non-profit organization based in Berkeley, California. With a small team of four employees, BACLT focuses on creating affordable housing solutions for low and moderate-income communities. BACLT develops and supports cooperative homeownership models, specifically limited equity, multi-family housing projects built on land permanently owned by a community land trust. These projects offer residents the benefits of homeownership while fostering a sense of community and shared resources. BACLT distinguishes itself by prioritizing sustainable living practices within its housing developments. They encourage resource sharing, promoting energy efficiency through shared appliances, common spaces, and transportation options. Additionally, BACLT advocates for green building, retrofitting, weatherizing, solar energy conversion, and urban agriculture within its projects. For more information about BACLT and its initiatives, please visit their website at bayareaclt.org.