Establishing a multi-generational or extended family living arrangement on a shared property involves careful planning and execution. This shared living space provides an opportunity for close-knit familial support and shared resources, often comprising multiple dwellings on a single tract of land.
The benefits of such arrangements can include reduced individual living expenses through shared infrastructure and utilities, increased opportunities for childcare and eldercare within the family unit, and a stronger sense of community and belonging. Historically, these types of arrangements were common due to agricultural necessities and limited resources, fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer and support systems.