NEWS & RESOURCES
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UHAB National Limited Equity Co-ops (LEC) Across the U.S. Map
Limited equity co-ops are common on the East Coast, but in the Pacific Northwest they are rare and usually only for seniors. U-lex will be the first co-op in the region open to people of all ages.
National Association of Housing Cooperatives - What is Cooperative Housing?
Explore how co-ops are resident-owned housing where members buy shares to live, offering affordability, community, and a stake in a global cooperative movement.
Taking Stock: Recent Efforts to Create Limited Equity Housing Cooperatives
February 2026
Harvard University Joint Center for Housing Studies released a case study presentation examining upcoming limited equity co-ops nationwide, focusing on both new construction and the preservation of existing co-ops.
Is Co-Op living right for you?
June 2023
For those considering a co-op, this article demonstrates how cooperative housing can provide affordability, community, and sustainability, while also requiring residents to actively participate and adhere to shared rules.