Of Taos, For Taos, By Taos: rooted in equity, resilience, and inclusion
What Is Chamisa Verde?
A pilot project by the Town of Taos and Pangea Design | Build, Chamisa Verde creates permanently affordable housing that is energy-efficient, community-rooted, and designed for long-term local ownership.
- 7 single-family homes
- 1,000 square feet and 900 square feet units / 3 bedrooms and 2 bedrooms
- All-electric, solar-ready
- Locally built with local materials
Why Deed-Restricted Housing?
To protect affordability for generations and ensure homes stay in the hands of the community.
- Income-based eligibility
- Primary residence requirement
- Resale restrictions with price cap
- Lottery-based buyer selection
These protections are written into the deed and monitored by Pangea Academy and the Town of Taos.
Location
Chamisa Verde is located in the heart of Taos — walkable to schools, parks, and services.
- On Camino de la Cruz Alta
- 5 minutes to downtown
- Mountain views and quiet streets
- Adjacent to future community green space
Sustainable, Efficient, Local Construction
Built by local tradespeople using high-performance materials and passive design principles:
- Insulation for high R-value
- All-electric systems (heat pumps, induction-ready)
- Low-flow plumbing and LED lighting
- Local Lumber and Cement
- Future solar-ready infrastructure
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Work 30+ hours/week for a business in Taos County
- Earn 75% of household income locally
- Do not own another primary residence in Taos County
- Intend to live in the home year-round
- Retirees who meet past work criteria are also eligible
Applications will be reviewed and selected via anonymous, randomized lottery.
How to Apply
- Attend Info Session
- Submit Application Form (online or in-person)
- Provide Income & Employment Documents
- Participate in Lottery
- Prepare for Purchase
Important Dates:
- Intake Opens: August 27
- Deadline to Apply: November 15
- Buyer Selection Lottery: December 1
Community Voices
“Chamisa Verde gives us hope that Taos can remain a place where local people can thrive.”
– Local Teacher, Prospective Homebuyer
“Finally, homes built for locals, by locals, with a long-term vision.”
– Taos Resident & Builder
Our Partners
Brought to you by:
Town of Taos
Pangea Academy
Pangea Biotecture
Ace Hardware
Centinel Bank
Habitat For Humanity of New Mexico
Moose Works
Cobod
Mountain Mesa & Construction
Emergent Construction
Reliance Steel
Taos Crane
Western Wood Products
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