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24. They are meant as temp housing till they can get something better

Fri Jan 23, 2026, 12:09 PM

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Or get on their feet. They have communal bathrooms and some kitchen availability but mostly their food is provided for them.

Yrs ago, I had friends we visited who lived in a yert community in the Grand Teton area. Everyone had their own yert but communal bathrooms and kitchens. However, yurts can be huge and charming.

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