The CK Common Ground Project

A New Option for Building Residential Equity in Chatham-Kent

Permanently attainable housing, built for real families — through the community land trust model.

Architectural inspiration for Chatham-Kent, Ontario: mid-rise mixed-use wings around a central courtyard — homes above, street-level community and retail, pergola and landscaped green space — vision for Common Ground C.K.

Who We're Building For

High Quality, Attainable Housing at Below Market Value

Are you single, a couple, a single parent or young family? Do you desire the independence that property ownership can provide but acknowledge that today's housing market and traditional home ownership are out of your reach?

The Opportunity Villages Community Land Trust (OVCLT) is developing a life-lease community in Chatham, at accessible pricing below current market value in the area.

The Common Ground C.K. project welcomes all residents living and working in the area. This unique apartment development makes residential ownership a reality for those with a lower annual income.

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Beautiful Spaces

Warm spaces that invite family, friends, and neighbours to come together.

Built to Last

Exceptional quality and value for every dollar invested.

Great Neighbours

Community is part of our name — comfort, safety, and opportunity to thrive.

10 Taylor Avenue

Close to shopping, downtown, parks, and on a bus route.

The Need Is Real

Chatham-Kent's Housing Crisis

The affordability gap is widening — and our community is feeling the impact.

1 in 5

Chatham-Kent households spend more than 30% of income on housing

47%

Average home price increase in Chatham-Kent since 2020

1,200+

Households on the social housing waitlist in Chatham-Kent

$475K

Average home price — out of reach for median-income families

Sources: CMHC Housing Market Report, Municipality of Chatham-Kent Housing & Homelessness Plan

The Housing Gap

Addressing the "Missing Middle"

OVCLT fills the gap between rental housing and market-rate homeownership.

Homelessness

Emergency Shelter

Transitional Housing

Supportive Housing

Community Housing

Attainable Housing

OVCLT

Market Housing

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Source: Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation

Our Vision

Building Something That Lasts

Attainable Homes

Residents Served

$0M

Capital Investment

Acres

Impact Investment Opportunity

Common Ground C.K. is funded through a multi-layered capital stack including federal and provincial programs, municipal incentives, and community investment. Your support creates lasting, measurable impact.

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Community Voices

Why This Matters

"Innovative and attainable homeownership for all — now is the time to become part of an exciting new opportunity where residents seeking attainable home ownership and a vibrant community can thrive."

OVCLT Vision Statement

Common Ground C.K. Project

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