Solon Papageorgiou’s Framework — Pilot Micro-Utopia Starter Kit (One-Page)

For fast, low-cost, high-credibility early adoption

1. Minimum Viable Pilot — Specifications

Target size: 15–35 residents (small enough to launch; big enough to demonstrate viability)
Site size: 0.25–1 hectare (rural/peri-urban preferred; lowest regulatory friction)
Pilot duration: 12 months
Primary purpose: Fully document proof-of-concept governance, daily rhythms, mutual-support systems, health-without-psychiatry model, and economic micro-loops.

2. Minimum Viable Pilot Budget (MVPB)

Assumes low-income region or affordable rural location. Scale up/down by location.

Cost per resident (target 20 people): 2,350–5,950 EUR
(Cheap compared to Western urban rent for 1 year.)

3. Legal Checklist (Minimal, Replicable, Low-Resistance)

A. Choose the safest legal wrapper:

• Cooperative (ideal)

• Nonprofit / Association

• LLC with internal bylaws (fallback)

B. Required documents (template-ready):

1. Charter / Constitution (3 pages)

2. Community Agreements Manual (short, 1–2 pages)

3. Land Use Agreement / Lease

4. Liability Waiver

5. Safety + Consent Protocols (very short: water, fire, tools)

6. Governance rules: Slow democracy + small councils, conflict navigation, rotating duties

7. Financial transparency rules: Monthly posting of all expenses & decisions

C. Regulatory compliance items:

• Temporary structures rules

• Greywater / sanitation compliance

• Fire safety plan

• Noise / gathering rules

• Business registration if selling goods

D. Non-negotiable to avoid shutdowns:

• No permanent structures without permit

• Clear neighbor relations protocol

• Insurance for site events

• Clear statement that the community is voluntary and non-medical

4. Recruitment Plan (High Signal / Low Chaos)

Goal: 20 residents + 5 visiting volunteers + 3 local partners

Target profile for residents:

• Motivated by community, sustainability, and humane alternatives to psychiatric systems

• Stable income (remote workers) or skills exchange

• No violent history

• Clear shared expectations (2 Zoom orientation calls required)

Recruitment funnel:

1. Website landing page announcing the pilot

2. “Interested?” form → ask for motivations, skills, expectations

3. Orientation Call #1: overview of community

4. Orientation Call #2: expectations, responsibilities, deal-breakers

5. On-site weekend visit (optional but strongly recommended)

6. Final Commitment Agreement (3-month minimum stay)

Skill categories to recruit for:

• Gardening / permaculture

• Construction / DIY

• Mediation / facilitation

• Cooking / nutrition

• Tech / documentation

• Education / child engagement

• Arts / music / culture

• Administration / logistics

Visitors Program:
3–7 day stays; minimal fee; helps recruitment pipeline; produces documentation.

5. Documentation Plan

Goal: Make the pilot replicable by others globally.

Every week produce:

• 1 video (5–12 minutes)

• 3 photos per day (with captions)

• 1 written log entry (challenges + solutions)

Every month produce:

• “What We Learned” report (2–3 pages)

• Cost breakdown

• Governance summary

• Wellbeing indicators (sleep, cooperation, productivity, conflict patterns)

Release everything under Creative Commons so others can copy.

6. Key Success Indicators

By 3 months:

• 12–20 committed residents

• 80% retention

• All governance bodies meeting weekly

• Basic food production started

By 6 months:

• 3 external groups asking for guidance

• Documented playbook v1.0 online

• 1 small income-generating loop running

By 12 months:

• 1–2 satellite groups forming

• Positive media article or documentary short

• At least 1 replication attempt underway globally

7. Common Failure Points (avoid these at all costs)

• Overly idealistic resident selection → mismatches

• Ambiguous governance → drama

• No clear labor expectations → burnout

• No weekly conflict-resolution process

• Overbuilding → regulatory crackdown

• Under-documenting → prevents replication

Solon Papageorgiou’s Framework

Pilot Micro-Utopia Implementation Manual

(Full 10-Page Version)

Page 1 — Overview & Purpose

1.1 Purpose of the Pilot

The purpose of this pilot micro-utopia is to create a small, well-documented, replicable community that demonstrates the core principles of Solon Papageorgiou’s framework in practice. The pilot must:

• Be operational within minimal budget and land requirements.
• Prioritize safety, clarity, mutual-support structures, and voluntary participation.
• Produce documentation that helps other groups create their own micro-utopias.

1.2 Core Values

• Radical transparency.
• Voluntary participation and autonomy.
• Non-coercive support systems.
• Holistic, humane, non-psychiatric approaches to wellbeing.
• Sustainability and cooperative economics.

1.3 Pilot Duration

• 12 months (minimum)
• With quarterly review periods

Page 2 — Site Selection & Land Requirements

2.1 Site Requirements

• 0.25–1 hectare minimum
• Rural or peri-urban zone preferred
• Access to water (well, municipal, stream)
• Option to install solar panels or access grid
• Low local regulatory friction

2.2 Legal Considerations for Land

• Prefer long-term lease (12–24 months minimum)
• Avoid permanent structures unless fully permitted
• Confirm zoning allows temporary cabins, prefab units, or tents

2.3 Infrastructure Essentials

• Communal kitchen & shelter
• Solar or hybrid power setup
• Composting toilets or approved sanitation
• Greywater compliance system
• Storage shed and basic workshop

Page 3 — Budget & Resource Planning

3.1 Minimum Viable Budget Categories

• Land lease/rent
• Prefab cabins/tiny homes
• Utilities setup
• Water and sanitation
• Food supplies for 3–6 months
• Tools and equipment
• Documentation resources
• Emergency buffer

3.2 Cost Control Principles

• Maximize shared spaces
• Build only what is necessary
• Use local materials when possible
• Prioritize safety equipment first

3.3 Accounting & Transparency

• Post monthly financial logs
• Open budgeting meetings every 2 weeks
• Shared digital ledger accessible to all residents

Page 4 — Governance Structure

4.1 Core Bodies

1. Community Council (meets weekly)
2. Operations Team (rotating roles)
3. Wellbeing & Mediation Circle
4. Finance & Transparency Team

4.2 Decision-Making Model

• Slow Democracy
• Consensus sought, fallback to supermajority
• Emergency decisions delegated to a small rapid-response team

4.3 Conflict Navigation Protocol

• Weekly mediation sessions
• Clear rules for safety and boundary violations
• Voluntary participation emphasized
• External mediator available if needed

Page 5 — Daily Life & Community Rhythms

5.1 Daily Structure (Suggested)

• 07:00–09:00: Breakfast & independent activities
• 09:00–12:00: Communal work / projects
• 12:00–13:00: Lunch
• 13:00–17:00: Personal work / study / remote job
• 17:00–19:00: Communal cooking & dinner
• 19:00–21:00: Open activities (music, meetings, workshops)

5.2 Weekly Schedule

• Monday: Community Council
• Wednesday: Project Updates
• Friday: Wellbeing Circle
• Sunday: Quiet Day or Rest Day

5.3 Hygiene & Safety Routines

• Clean shared spaces daily
• Fire safety checks twice per week
• Water testing monthly

Page 6 — Recruitment & Onboarding

6.1 Resident Profile

• Cooperative
• No violent background
• Motivated to live in community
• Accepts the framework's goals

6.2 Recruitment Funnel

1. Application form
2. Screening interview
3. Orientation Call #1
4. Orientation Call #2
5. Optional site visit
6. Commitment agreement

6.3 Residency Expectations

• 3-month minimum stay
• Participation in community duties
• Respect for shared agreements

Page 7 — Practical Systems (Food, Water, Energy)

7.1 Food System

• Community garden
• Shared kitchen management
• Weekly food procurement
• Documented recipes & rotations

7.2 Water System

• Greywater plan
• Drinking water safety tests
• Guidelines for conservation

7.3 Energy System

• Solar + battery backup
• Rules for energy use
• Night quiet hours (optional)

Page 8 — Documentation Systems

8.1 Daily Documentation

• Photos with captions
• Problem logs
• Success logs

8.2 Weekly Documentation

• 5–12 minute video
• Summary of challenges and solutions
• Transparent financial update
• Governance summary

8.3 Monthly Releases

• What We Learned report
• Environmental data (food, energy, water)
• Social data (conflict patterns, participation)

Page 9 — Replication & Outreach

9.1 Purpose of Documentation

To allow any group in any country to replicate the micro-utopia with minimal guidance.

9.2 Open-Source Structure

• Creative Commons licensing
• Public repository for templates
• Step-by-step guides in multiple languages

9.3 External Relations

• Invite local authorities for tours
• Host workshops or open days
• Build positive media presence

Page 10 — Success Indicators, Scaling Logic, & Avoiding Failure

10.1 Key Indicators (First Year)

• 20 residents stable
• 3 replication inquiries
• Version 1.0 of the playbook completed
• 1–2 income loops active
• 80% satisfaction rate among residents

10.2 Scaling Logic

If the pilot meets KPIs:

1. Create a "Starter Kit" for new groups
2. Train local leaders
3. Assist new micro-utopias remotely
4. Encourage diversity in models

10.3 Common Failure Points

• Poor recruitment
• Lack of mediation processes
• Overly idealistic expectations
• Regulatory issues
• Financial opacity

10.4 Commitment to Continual Improvement

Every 3 months, revisit and refine all systems based on evidence.