Voting & Decision-Making

How Voting Works in Built By DAO

Built By DAO uses a decentralized, structured voting system to ensure that all major decisions, from property development to treasury allocation, are made collectively and transparently. Members participate through on-chain governance, where all votes are recorded on the blockchain for full transparency and security.

Voting Eligibility & Governance Roles

Not all votes are equal—Built By DAO ensures that governance participation is earned through contribution and commitment. Voting power is determined by membership roles and governance tokens, which include:

• Governance Members – Holders of Governance NFTs who actively participate in decision-making.

• Investor & Leadership Council Members – Have additional voting rights on financial and strategic proposals.

• Contributors & Builders – Can participate in discussions but may have limited voting influence.

Proposal Categories & Decision-Making Thresholds

Built By DAO distinguishes between different types of proposals, each with its own voting requirements and approval thresholds:

• Operational Proposals – Routine decisions (e.g., platform upgrades, minor policy changes) require >50% approval.

• Financial & Strategic Proposals – Budget allocations, treasury decisions, and partnerships require >60% approval.

• Governance & Policy Changes – Major changes to DAO structure or long-term strategy require >65% approval.

Proposals that do not meet quorum requirements or voting thresholds are rejected, ensuring that only widely supported initiatives move forward.

Ranked-Choice Voting & Token-Weighted Influence

Built By DAO employs ranked-choice voting, allowing members to prioritize multiple options rather than selecting only one. This ensures that decisions reflect broad community consensus rather than being dominated by a simple majority.

Voting influence is weighted based on governance token holdings, membership type, and tenure within the DAO. This prevents governance from being controlled by short-term participants and instead rewards long-term commitment.

Proposal Staking & Veto Protections

To submit a proposal, members must stake 2 BLTBY governance tokens, ensuring that only serious, well-thought-out proposals reach the voting stage. This mechanism prevents spam and incentivizes high-quality contributions.

Additionally, the Founding Director and a Leadership Council Member hold veto power to prevent harmful or malicious proposals. This safeguard is only used in cases where a proposal would significantly undermine the DAO’s mission.

How Votes Are Executed

Once a vote passes, smart contracts automatically execute the approved decisions. This ensures that:

• Treasury allocations are distributed securely and transparently.

• Property acquisitions and development projects proceed as approved.

• Governance rule changes are enforced without manual intervention.

All voting records remain on-chain and accessible to ensure accountability and trust within the community.

Why This Voting System Matters

Built By DAO’s governance model ensures that every member has a voice, while also balancing efficiency and protection against governance attacks. This system:

• Prevents centralized control by distributing decision-making power.

• Encourages broad participation through weighted voting and ranked-choice mechanisms.

• Maintains long-term stability by prioritizing committed members in governance processes.

Through decentralized voting, Built By DAO ensures that community-driven development remains at the core of its mission.