Terms & Conditions
A legal disclaimer
Last updated: December 26, 2025
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Welcome to the website of True North Cohousing Community (the “Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
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These Terms are intended to support a respectful, transparent, and community-centered online space aligned with the values of our cohousing organization.
1. Use of the Website
This Site is provided for informational purposes only, including sharing information about our cohousing community, values, events, and membership process.
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You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not:
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Violate any applicable laws or regulations
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Infringe on the rights of others
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Disrupt or interfere with the operation or security of the Site
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Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site
2. No Guarantee of Membership or Participation
Use of this Site, submission of forms, or communication with our organization does not guarantee membership, residency, or participation in our cohousing community. All participation is subject to our internal processes, agreements, and availability.
3. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Site—including text, images, logos, graphics, and layout—is the property of True North Cohousing Community or used with permission.
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You may view, download, or print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without prior written permission.
4. User Submissions
If you choose to submit information through forms, email, or other features on the Site:
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You agree that the information you provide is accurate and lawful
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You grant us permission to use the information to respond to your inquiry or manage community-related communication
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You understand that submissions do not create a contractual or membership relationship
Please do not submit confidential or sensitive personal information through the Site.
5. Third-Party Links and Services
The Site may include links to third-party websites or services (such as mapping tools, event platforms, or social media). These are provided for convenience only.
We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites. Your use of those sites is subject to their own terms and privacy policies.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, about:
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The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content
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The availability or uninterrupted operation of the Site
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The suitability of the Site for any particular purpose
Your use of the Site is at your own risk.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, True North Cohousing Community shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or related to your use of (or inability to use) this Site.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless True North Cohousing Community, its members, volunteers, and representatives from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the Site or violation of these Terms.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state or jurisdiction in which True North Cohousing Community is located, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
11. Membership Interest Disclaimer
Submitting an inquiry, form, or expression of interest through this Site does not constitute an application for membership, residency, or participation in True North Cohousing Community, nor does it create any legal or contractual relationship.
Expressions of interest are used solely to:
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Share general information about the community
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Communicate about events, tours, or informational meetings
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Gauge interest as part of our community-building process
Membership, residency, and participation decisions are made through separate processes
What to include in the T&C document
Generally speaking, T&C often address these types of issues: Who is allowed to use the website; the possible payment methods; a declaration that the website owner may change his or her offering in the future; the types of warranties the website owner gives his or her customers; a reference to issues of intellectual property or copyrights, where relevant; the website owner’s right to suspend or cancel a member’s account; and much, much more.
To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Terms and Conditions Policy”.
