First am in Eastern Europe but the things and materials I use should be available everywhere in the world. I am building the facility for my relatives. And I got the idea to document the construction process.

Question for the members of this subreddit, is this something you would be interested in
hearing about? Do you think I should document that process via a video?

https://imgur.com/a/q3sefEU

Why am I building a Home like this?

1. the price

2. construction permits (are not needed or are much easier to get because it is "temporary")

3. easy to work modification and subsequent repair

If you have any other questions please ask.

One topic I don't see discussed enough is transportation.

People spend months planning layouts, finishes, appliances, and lofts, then discover that moving the tiny house can be one of the biggest constraints of the entire project.

I built my own tiny house and spent a lot of time researching transportation regulations before construction. Whether you're buying a Tiny House on Wheels (THOW) or having a modular tiny house delivered to your land, transportation should be considered from day one.

Tiny Houses on Wheels (THOW)

There is a reason most professionally built tiny houses on wheels are 8.5 feet wide.

In both the United States and most Canadian provinces, 8.5 ft (102 inches / 2.6 m) is generally the maximum legal width before oversize permits come into play.

That's why you'll see so many tiny house builders designing around that dimension. Staying within legal road limits keeps transportation simpler, less expensive, and more flexible.

Typical dimensions most builders try to stay within

• Width: 8.5 ft (2.6 m)
• Height: roughly 13.5–14 ft
• Length: commonly 20–40 ft

Once you exceed those dimensions, moving the house becomes a different process altogether.

When Is a Special Permit Required?

The answer depends on the state or province, but generally, a permit is required whenever the transported house exceeds legal road dimensions.

The most common issue is width.

If your tiny house is wider than 8.5 ft, expect oversize-load permits to be required. Depending on the final dimensions, you may also need:

• Oversize load signs
• Warning flags
• Approved travel routes
• Restricted travel hours
• Escort or pilot vehicles

Requirements vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another, especially for larger loads.

A house that is legal to move in one state may need additional permits once it crosses into another.

Height Is Often the Real Challenge

Most people focus on width, but height can be an even bigger headache.

When you add together:

• Trailer height
• Floor structure
• Wall framing
• Loft space
• Roof framing and roofing

You can quickly get close to the maximum legal height.

Once you exceed local limits, transporters may need special routes to avoid:

• Bridges
• Overpasses
• Utility lines
• Traffic lights
• Tree canopies

Sometimes a design that looks great on paper can become very expensive to move.

Don't Ignore Weight Ratings

Another thing many owners overlook is weight.

When shopping for or building a THOW, pay attention to:

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

This is the maximum weight the trailer is designed to carry, including:

• The trailer itself
• The completed tiny house
• Furniture
• Appliances
• Personal belongings

Axle and Tire Ratings

Even if the trailer frame is strong enough, the axles and tires may not be.

Exceeding those ratings can result in:

• Tire blowouts
• Trailer damage
• Reduced braking performance
• Mechanical failures
• Potential insurance and liability issues

Always design around the trailer's capacity rather than trying to make the trailer fit the finished house.

Should You Move It Yourself?

It depends.

A small, lightweight THOW can sometimes be moved by an experienced owner with an appropriate tow vehicle.

However, many completed tiny houses weigh well over 10,000 lbs and require:

• Heavy-duty trucks
• Trailer brake systems
• Proper hitch equipment
• Experience hauling oversized loads

For longer moves, many owners hire specialized transport companies.

In many cases, that is money well spent.

Tiny Houses That Are Not on Wheels

This is where many people get surprised.

A tiny house built on skids, a permanent chassis, a steel frame, or as a modular unit is transported very differently.

Instead of being towed as a trailer, the building is usually loaded onto:

• Flatbed trailers
• Lowboy trailers
• Modular home carriers

The structure is then transported to the site and placed using equipment such as:

• Cranes
• Boom trucks
• Hydraulic lifting systems

At that point, you're essentially moving a building rather than a trailer.

The Last 100 Feet Can Be Harder Than the First 500 Miles

One of the biggest mistakes I see is focusing on highway transportation while forgetting about site access.

Getting the house to your property is only half the challenge.

Common problems include:

• Narrow driveways
• Sharp turns
• Low overhead wires
• Tree branches
• Soft ground conditions
• Steep slopes
• Limited room for a crane

I've read about and heard of projects where the house could easily travel hundreds of miles on public roads, but the final approach to the property required additional site work before delivery could happen.

Don't Forget Placement Costs

Transportation is only one part of the budget.

For a tiny house that is not on wheels, additional costs may include:

• Crane rental
• Boom truck services
• Site preparation
• Tree removal
• Temporary utility coordination

These expenses are often overlooked during the planning stage.

Final Thoughts

Transportation can have a major impact on the design, cost, and feasibility of a tiny house project.

Before finalizing any plans, ask yourself:

1. Will this house ever need to move again?
2. Am I staying within standard road dimensions?
3. What will the completed weight be?
4. Can a truck actually access the site?
5. If it's not on wheels, how will it be unloaded and placed?

The easiest tiny house to move is usually the one that was designed with transportation in mind from the very beginning.

For those who already own a tiny house in the U.S. or Canada, what was the biggest challenge: permits, towing, weight limits, or simply getting the house onto the property?

Hello! my partner (22) and i (21) have built a tiny house/ADU and need help coming up with ideas or creating the floor plan. i will attach pictures of the unit with measurements and without. we would appreciate any advice in for what software to help us plan, storage ideas, or general ideas for the layout.

Notes:
not all of our measurements are precise, we do not come from a professional background in construction, however one of our family members does and has overseen our whole project.

i will be referring to the left and right side of the house as if you were to walk in through the front door. so the right side will be referring to the side that's width is shorter (5'4") and has the door, and the left side that's width is longer (7'4") and has the AC unit.

this unit will be occupied by only my partner and i, and so needs to accommodate 2 people. it is on a larger property, and we will be using the main property's bathroom, water, and kitchen.

What needs to be included:
a full or queen sized bed
a full mirror
a place/way to store clothes
a counter top
a medium sized refrigerator
a couch or futon
a TV
a desk for two
two desk chairs
a litter box

Our plan:
this is what we have been currently envisioning, however we are open to changing or recreating the layout. we were planning to have the bed on the right side of the unit, raised 3-4 ft so that we can store our clothes underneath on a thin wood pallet with wheels that we could pull out. in the middle of the two sides we would have our kitchenette with the fridge and counter top. we also plan to have a microwave and air fryer which we may be able to store on/underneath the counter. most of our cooking we plan to do in the main property. on the left side of the unit, we were planning to have couch in the middle of the wall with the window and a TV mounted across from it. against the far left wall we would have the desk and desk chairs.

Please let us know your thoughts, we are eager to hear and conclude our project soon!

Only the bathroom and pantry left! The ceiling will be stained the same colour as the trim in the last photo, that’s coming next. Painted my daughter’s room “May Flower” and the living room/kitchen “Pale Oak”. A few touch ups on the ceilings and I can hang up the roller for good.

The tap water here has a heavy chlorine smell and a weird metallic taste. I used a basic pitcher filter for a while, but it was way too slow for two people working from home and making coffee every morning. We temporarily switched to bottled water, but i got tired of hauling heavy cases up the stairs and dealing with all the plastic waste.

I started looking into countertop RO systems to get better water without touching the plumbing. I ended up trying an Aigerri countertop RO unit recently since it just plugs into the wall and doesn't require any installation.

It definitely solves the landlord problem, but there are some very real trade-offs if you're considering this route:

First, the cabinet clearance is a bit annoying. When closed, the machine is about 16 inches tall, so its fine under my standard upper cabinets. But opening the top lid to refill the tank requires about 22 inches of clearance. I basically have to pull the whole unit forward to an open spot on the counter every time I need to add water.

Second, it doesn't hook up to a drain. It relies on a 5L raw water tank and a 2L clean tank. They claim a 5:1 pure-to-drain ratio, which seems more efficient than older systems, but you are still manually dumping that wastewater and refilling the raw tank every day or two.

The water taste is a massive improvement — no more pool water smell or metallic edge. I still need to grab a decent tester to check the before and after TDS numbers, and I am still looking into the exact certification documents for the filters, but for basic apartment tap water, it feels like a reasonable compromise so far

For people using countertop RO setups, how annoying is the filter replacement after a few months? And is there a better renter-friendly setup I should have considered before going with a tank system like this?

A private office pod set against a lush green backyard nothing beats this chill and relax vibe. 

What do you all think of this setup?

My self built little guests cabin incorporating self milled beams, salvaged architectural elements, and frugality.

Hi fellow campers. Any upgrade suggestions for driving your average 6x12, single axle, enclosed cargo trailer on a dirt or sandy road? I recently bought a trailer similar to the picture and want to haul it onto my cousins land in North Florida near Ocala. I've been down those roads and really only feel comfortable not to get stuck with my pickup truck. Would you recommend different tires? Axle upgrades?

Also if anyone has encountered any handy conversion guides please share. I would prefer to keep it simple; insulation, install 2 windows, A/C capable of South Florida heat, a few interior and exterior lights.

took 3~ weeks of everyday work. it was bare prior, just a small table and a stove. we didn’t have a sink, we were doing dishes in the shower.

we are 100% offgrid, water is collected in a 3,000 gallon tank when it rains. (tropics)

it was shocking to cook here for the first time. i had cooked over a campfire for 9 months, upgrading to a 2 burner camping stove— and now this

still some work to be done, but i’m stoked with it. the bar top was a tree i had cut down and chainsaw milled. i saved that slab for 3 years, knowing one day i would use it.