How To join

How to joinSeven steps from first inquiry to breaking ground

From first conversation to your own homesite.

Pangea is a membership community, so buying a homesite and joining happen together. Each step gives you more information and gives us a better sense of fit. Nothing is binding until you sign a purchase agreement.

7steps to membership
30days to hold a reserved lot
5business days to your Certificate after closing
  1. Request the Community Overview

    Fill out the short inquiry form and we'll email you the Community Overview right away, an introduction to the vision, the land, the LSA and daily life at Pangea. There's no cost and no commitment.

    You receive: Community Overview
  2. Introductory call

    A two-way conversation about what off-grid, regenerative living really involves, how governance works, your timeline and financial readiness, and the dues and work-credit program. It helps both of us decide whether to continue.

    Phone or video
  3. Handbook & membership application

    If we both want to continue, we'll send the LSA Handbook, which covers the operating details, and a private link to the membership application. A complete application includes a statement of intent, financial verification, two references and a background-check authorization.

    You receive: LSA Handbook + application link
  4. Membership Committee review

    The committee reviews complete applications for values alignment, financial readiness and governance fit, and may meet with you. You'll get a written decision: provisional membership, provisional membership with conditions, or a decline.

    On approval: full governing documents, lot map & pricing
  5. Lot selection & purchase agreement

    Choose an available homesite. A Lot Selection Sheet holds it for 30 days while you review the governing documents and sign the Lot Purchase Agreement. Escrow then opens and your deposit is held by the escrow company.

    Binding once the purchase agreement is signed
  6. Resident Systems & Governance Orientation

    Every adult buyer completes orientation before the deed records. It covers energy, water and wastewater systems, passive solar operation, Design Review, fire safety, community standards, and cultural stewardship.

    In person or approved remote format
  7. Closing, membership & building

    Your deed is recorded with Taos County, and your Certificate of Membership follows within five business days along with member portal access and a welcome packet. From there you submit your home design for Design Review, and once it's approved in writing, construction can begin.

    Welcome home

Who thrives here

What the committee looks for.

You don't need to be an expert builder or farmer. Many members come to learn. The committee looks for people who show:

  • An understanding of what regenerative, off-grid living asks of you
  • Commitment to ecological responsibility
  • A collaborative, community-minded outlook
  • Respect for the land, its cultures and local heritage
  • Willingness to contribute skills and take part
  • Readiness to run and maintain your own home systems
  • Financial readiness and realistic expectations

Getting ready

What to have on hand.

Statement of intentAt least 200 words on why Pangea and what you'd bring
Financial verificationOne of: a recent bank or brokerage statement, a lender pre-qualification letter, or a source-of-funds declaration
ReferencesTwo people, not family members
Background checkSigned authorization for a standard screening through a licensed provider
HouseholdEveryone who will live on the homesite, and whether full- or part-time

Financial information is reviewed in confidence by the Membership Committee only.

Ready for step one?

It takes about three minutes, and we'll reply personally.