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Douglass Community Land Trust

Lasting Affordability Through Community Ownership

Our Mission

The Douglass Community Land Trust (Douglass CLT) plants the roots of affordability, security, and prosperity for current and future generations. We enable the inclusive and equitable development and preservation of permanently affordable housing, local small business, and other public assets through community ownership of land, today.

What We Do

Securing permanantly affordable homes & community-serving spaces. Supporting thriving communities.

At Douglass CLT, we ensure permanent affordability for homes in DC.

Permanent
Affordability​
Affordable homes, accessible for generations.
Community
Stewardship​
Helping residents thrive through support and services.​
Long-Term
Stability
Sustainable solutions ensuring long-term community control.

Board of Directors

Our board reflects that of a traditional community land trust with a tri-partite board.

Control of the CLT’s board is balanced to ensure that the community as a whole considers and determines the priorities of the organization and all interests are heard but no interest is predominant.

Lessee Representatives

Lessee Members, whose primary residence or place of business is a property owned, in whole or in part, or is otherwise being stewarded by the Corporation.

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General Representatives

General Members, who “live, work, or have a demonstrated community affiliation in DC” and who share in and affirm the purposes of the corporation.

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Public Representatives

Public Representatives, who bring particular technical expertise such as development finance, deep knowledge of the CLT structure, housing development and policy, organizational management, and other such professionals.

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Committees

Join a committee, connect with neighbors, and help shape the future of our community. Sign up today and make an impact with Douglass CLT!

Property - Acquisition & Portfolio Committee
Membership Development Committee
Policy & Advocacy Committee

Get Involved

Are you a member interested in making a difference in your community?

Our Homes

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Ready to make a real impact where you live? Explore our limited-equity cooperative listings and take the next step toward affordable homeownership.

Our Funders

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