> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.liminalvillage.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.liminalvillage.com/protocols/household.md). # Household Household protocols cover the daily living practices that keep Liminal Village clean, comfortable, and functioning smoothly. These guidelines help us maintain our shared living spaces respectfully and sustainably. ## Overview From managing water systems to keeping rooms tidy, household protocols create the foundation for harmonious communal living. Everyone participates in maintaining our home, and these practices ensure we do so efficiently and mindfully. ## Household Protocols ### Cleaning Comprehensive cleaning guidelines, schedules, and checklists for common spaces, bathrooms, and departure preparations. ### Rooms Guidelines for maintaining private and shared sleeping spaces, including tidiness, check-in/check-out procedures, and respect for personal areas. ### Utilities Responsible use of water and electricity, tracking consumption, and our approach to minimizing utility costs and environmental impact. ### Grey Waters What goes down our drains ends up back in the land and lake — which products to use and which to avoid. ### Water Collection Rainwater harvesting systems, collection protocols, and how we capture and store water sustainably. ### Dish Washers Proper use and maintenance of dishwashers, loading techniques, and cleaning schedules. ### Bathrooms Cleaning protocols, maintenance, supply management, and respectful use of shared bathroom facilities. ### Recycling Sorting systems, recycling categories, and proper disposal of various materials to minimize waste. ### Caravans Use Guidelines for using and maintaining caravans on the property, including booking and upkeep. ## Principles of Household Management * **Minimal resource use** - Conscious consumption of water and electricity * **Shared responsibility** - Everyone contributes to cleaning and maintenance * **Preventive care** - Regular attention prevents bigger problems * **Sustainability** - Recycling, composting, and reducing waste * **Communication** - Reporting issues promptly to stewards ## Daily vs. Weekly Tasks **Daily:** * Personal space tidiness * Kitchen cleanup after meals * Rubbish disposal * Basic bathroom maintenance **Weekly:** * Deep cleaning of common areas * Bathroom deep cleaning (twice weekly minimum) * Recycling sorting and disposal * System checks and maintenance ## Why This Matters Effective household protocols: * Create a clean and welcoming environment * Reduce resource consumption and costs * Prevent infrastructure problems * Support community health and wellbeing * Demonstrate our regenerative values in daily practice Everyone's participation makes our collective home comfortable and sustainable. Thank you for contributing to our shared living environment! --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.liminalvillage.com/protocols/household.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.