The Lifecycle

    Built to Move, Not Waste

    Semi-permanent homes, built to full code, designed to relocate when land use changes—extending lifespan across multiple sites and decades.

    Reduce. Reuse. Relocate.

    Aerial view of relocatable duplex being installed in Vancouver neighbourhood with crane lifting modular unit

    Why Relocation Matters

    Vancouver is densifying—but today's approach wastes what we build.

    • Single-family lots are becoming multi-family sites. That transition is necessary—but demolition shouldn't be the default.
    • Materials wasted, energy lost. Every teardown destroys value that could be preserved.
    • Our alternative: Homes designed to move when land use changes—not end up in landfills.

    The Problem With Permanence

    • Underused land produces no housing or income while waiting
    • Demolition wastes materials and embodied energy
    • Housing is lost during redevelopment transitions
    • Landowners hesitate to add housing on transitional sites
    • Cities lose flexibility in managing land use evolution

    The Relocatable Lifecycle

    From first installation to future reuse—homes that serve multiple sites over decades.

    1

    Install

    Homes arrive ~95% complete, installed on reusable geodetic foundations with minimal site disruption.

    2

    Operate

    Residents live in quality homes that meet full building code standards—no compromise on livability.

    3

    Maintain

    Regular upkeep preserves value and ensures homes remain move-ready throughout their lifespan.

    4

    Relocate

    When land redevelops, homes disconnect and transport to new sites rather than facing demolition.

    5

    Reuse

    Homes serve new residents at new locations—extending lifespan across multiple sites over decades.

    What This Is (And Isn't)

    Clarity builds trust. Here's exactly what GroundShare Housing is—and what it's not.

    What this is

    It IS

    • Affordable rental—driven by land efficiency and smart construction
    • Relocatable—designed to move when land use changes
    • Reusable—homes extend lifespan across multiple sites
    • Semi-permanent—built to code, intended for long-term occupancy
    • Privately enabled—turning idle land into housing
    • Owner-funded pilot—proving viability before seeking partners

    What this is not

    It is NOT

    • Market-rate speculation—these homes are designed for below-market rental
    • A permanent structure defining the property forever
    • A short-term rental or Airbnb play
    • Demolition-driven—the opposite of tear-down culture
    • A single silver bullet—but a practical, scalable solution now
    • Subsidized housing—the pilot is 100% owner-funded

    How Long Do Homes Stay?

    Homes stay through the city's transition—and step aside when the land is ready for what comes next.

    Not temporary. Adaptable homes that move with the city's densification timeline — not a rental with an expiration date.
    Steps aside. When land is ready for townhouses, apartments, or a developer sale, the home relocates rather than blocking the opportunity.
    Preserves options. Unlike a carriage house, it doesn't define the property's future — the lot's potential is preserved from day one.

    The model works. Your next step is a conversation.

    We're working through real challenges — permitting, foundations, construction — and documenting everything. Talk to us about how you fit.

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