Movable Tiny Houses

Movable tiny houses are not allowed to be used outside of approved campgrounds or recreational vehicle parks in the unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County, as they do not comply with building codes. However, tiny houses built on permanent foundation are allowed, and are subject to obtaining County building permits.

FAQs

What are movable tiny houses?

Movable tiny houses are typically separate, independent living quarters with the following characteristics:

No larger than 400 square feet
Mounted on a wheeled trailer frame
Includes basic functional areas that support normal daily routines, including a bathroom, kitchen, and sleeping area
Designed and built to look like a conventional single-family house
Utilizes conventional building materials

Why are movable tiny houses not regulated as manufactured homes (formerly mobile homes)?

Manufactured homes are defined and regulated by HUD. Movable tiny houses typically do not fit within the HUD definition of manufactured homes.