1. ποΈ Interfaith Center with Recreation
Zoning: P-District (Public-Good Nonprofit)
Use Case: Interfaith sanctuary and faith-informed recreation hub
- Features:
- Public Water AccessποΈ
- Gardens and seasonal festivals πΌ
- Restaurant/cafΓ© π², boat rentals π£ββοΈ, swimming zone πββοΈ
- Seasonal fast-a-thons and public experiences
- Target Demographic: Faith-&nature based family retreats, spiritual tourists, schools, wellness travelers
- Pros:β
Full alignment with Ordinance O24130 (public conservation use)β
Access to federal, state, and philanthropic funding streams
- Cons:β Lengthy zoning delays (1β2 years projected)β Must comply with ADA, food safety, water quality, and liability insurance requirementsβ Requires year-round staffing and public safety infrastructure
- Long-Term Potential:A nationally recognized faith-based climate park and sanctuary with integrated public wellness and ecological programming.
2. ποΈ Private Resort & Climate Sanctuary
Zoning: Residential (Conditional Use or Variance)
Use Case: Medically supervised fasting + scripture-based retreats
- Features:
- Net-zero, low-footprint lodging π
- Medical fasting protocols (3β10 day experiences) π§
- Scriptural meditation + daily sabbath services π
- Forest bathing, permaculture walks, silent prayer domes π²
- Target Demographic: High-income spiritual travelers, biohackers, faith-based wellness seekers
- Pros:
- β
Easier to approve under residential zoning classification
- β
Revenue-generating with low foot traffic
- β
Private bookings and limited-access control
- Cons:
- β No exterior signage or commercial promotion allowed
- β Revenue model capped by zoning limitations
- β Must maintain strict "residential appearance"
- Long-Term Potential: A flagship "Scripture + Sustainability" wellness retreat that scales through franchise, retreat circuits, or partner properties.
3. π΅ Medically Supervised Retirement Community