Business Details
15 Years
experience
Transforming Vacant Spaces into Community Gardens & Dog Parks in Vancouver
Community Garden Builders is a Vancouver-based social enterprise dedicated to transforming vacant urban spaces into temporary community gardens and dog parks. Since 2011, we have pioneered innovative partnerships between landowners and local communities, utilizing mobile garden beds on shipping pallets to create accessible green spaces. Our team manages every stage of these projects, from consultation and design to installation, community engagement, and eventual removal.We prioritize inclusivity and accessibility in all our gardens, ensuring they serve diverse community needs. Our Community Garden App streamlines administrative tasks for garden managers, enabling them to focus on fostering connections and growth. With recognition through awards and media coverage, we remain committed to sustainable urban development and strengthening community ties through temporary green spaces.
Services
Community Gardens
Dog Parks
Property Management
Garden App Development
Interim Land-Use
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over a decade of experience in urban community gardening since 2011.
- Our unique mobile garden beds allow flexible, temporary green space solutions.
- We manage complete project lifecycles from design to removal.
- Our Community Garden App simplifies administrative tasks for managers.
- We partner with local organizations to ensure community-driven projects.
Services
Community Gardens
We design and install temporary community gardens using mobile raised beds on vacant properties. These spaces allow local residents to grow food and flowers while fostering neighborhood connections. Our projects include consultation, installation, and ongoing management for 1-5 year durations.
Dog Parks
We create purpose-built dog parks where pets exercise off-leash in controlled environments. These temporary spaces provide safe recreational areas for dogs and social opportunities for owners. Projects include site preparation, maintenance, and removal at project end.
Property Management
We offer year-round property maintenance for private landowners, including grass cutting, leaf removal, and seasonal upkeep. This interim management transforms vacant lots into productive community spaces while reducing landowner liabilities and costs.
Community Garden App
Our digital platform streamlines community garden administration with tools for registration, payments, and communication. The app reduces managerial burdens, allowing garden coordinators to focus on community engagement and horticultural activities.
Interim Land-Use
We repurpose vacant urban properties into functional green spaces through temporary installations. This approach addresses community needs for growing areas while providing landowners with cost-effective property management solutions during development delays.
People
Chris Reid
Executive Gardener
Chris has led temporary garden projects since 2011, specializing in urban space transformation. He oversees operations and advocates for accessible community green spaces.
Desire
Garden Manager
Desire coordinates gardeners and manages plot allocations, ensuring smooth operations across all community garden sites. She serves as the primary gardener liaison.
Adrick Brock
Community Builder
Adrick develops the Community Garden App and focuses on expanding digital tools for garden management. He has contributed to projects since 2014.
Annie Axtell
Artist-in-Garden
Annie enhances garden aesthetics with signage and visual elements. As a Vancouver-based artist, she integrates creativity into functional green spaces.
Questions
What types of projects does Community Garden Builders create?
We specialize in temporary community gardens, dog parks, and interim land-use solutions using mobile raised garden beds on vacant properties.
How long do your garden projects typically last?
Projects usually last 1-5 years, with annual renewals and 30-day removal clauses to accommodate changing landowner needs.
Can individuals join existing community gardens?
Garden space is allocated to local residents through an application process. Current gardens are at capacity with active waitlists.
Do you offer property management services for landowners?
Yes, we provide year-round maintenance including grass cutting, leaf removal, and seasonal care for vacant properties.
How does the Community Garden App help managers?
Our app streamlines registration, payments, and communication through a centralized dashboard, reducing administrative burdens for garden coordinators.
What areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in Vancouver, BC, transforming urban vacant spaces into community-focused green areas across the city.
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