Curious about Tiny House

We want to witness the traces of a simple life from the house we live in today's minimal life to the content of the food we eat. Minimalism, which takes the place of changing lifestyles, shows itself as different forms of accommodation when it enters the lives of campers. When you want to leave the noise and pessimism of the metropolitan city and immerse ourselves in a minimalist and calm life in nature, the first thing we encounter is Tiny House, which does not look like home comfort. Tiny House, known as "mobile or small portable house", is supplied by companies that are experts in their field. Small houses, which are usually made of wood, can also help you feel good thanks to the healthy harmony they provide to nature. Mobile homes that are free of excess usually have kitchens, bathrooms, living and sleeping areas. In this way, you can get away from the chaos and lead a quiet life in nature. Earlier on Tiny House, “What is a Tiny House? We had prepared a general article called “Tiny House unknowns”. Today, we dig deeper into our route and answer questions about land, zoning, license and portability, which are frequently asked about small houses. Let's take a look together.

What are the Curiosities About Tiny House?

What are the Differences Between Caravan and Tiny House?

Minimal homes and caravan are two types that are confused because of the minimal living experience it offers. However, there are basic features that distinguish both concepts from each other. The differences between caravans and small houses can be listed as follows.

• While the caravan has sections such as the bed, kitchen and bathroom, small houses have a much larger structure.
• Due to its structure, small houses have a much heavier feature than a caravan.
• Caravans can be parked on land, fields or campsites. However, it may be necessary to know the zoning characteristics of the land or field where the small houses are left for parking.
• Caravans have a classic design element. In addition, portable Tiny House or stationary Tiny House models can have a comprehensive design aspect resembling home comfort.
• Tiny home models can be more expensive than caravans due to customizable living space.

How Long Does a Tiny House Last?

The lifespan of the small houses in question is also among the topics that users often wonder about. The lifespan of tiny houses can often differ depending on the quality of the materials used in the construction phase. The more quality materials used in the production of houses, the longer their life will be. However, it is possible to say that a small house produced in medium quality can be used in a healthy way between 40 and 60 years.

Can Tiny House Be Moved To Another Place?

Tiny House is one of the questions asked by minimalist and free thinkers who are curious about small houses. One of the most attractive features of these houses is their modular, that is, portable structure. Therefore, you can easily take your Tiny House home to where you go by connecting it to the back of the vehicle, just like in caravan models. Small houses can be moved to another point without any problems by dismantling their materials. The only point you need to pay attention to is that the land can be a suitable land and the necessary permits have been obtained at the point where you move the Tiny House.

Can a Tiny House be Build on the Land?

Tiny House models are divided into two different categories according to their structure as “with and without trailer”, that is, “with wheels and without wheels”. Small houses that go through different design and production stages may be subject to different zoning permits depending on their structure. At this point, fixed Tiny House types are seen as "structure" or "building" according to the Zoning Law. Due to this feature, it can be used in zoned lands. In order to use a small house on the land, you need to pay attention to two different points. These points are divided into two by the fixed or trailer structure of small houses.

• Tiny House on Wheels: Small houses with trailers can also be towed to different points, just like caravan models. During this time, you can move your Tiny House home to a safe garden, olive grove or field without any legal obstacles. Therefore, Tiny House houses, which are seen as trailers, do not need any zoning permits.
   
• Fixed Tiny House: You should pay attention to the zoning law regarding the field structure you are considering while building the houses that do not have wheels and are in an immobile structure. You can contact the municipalities directly to have information about the necessary zoning permits and legal process when setting up small houses.

Is Tiny House License Required?

Small houses with trailers are evaluated in the legal process as a parked wheeled vehicle. A license is not required to locate portable small houses, which are subject to vehicle class, on land or land. However, you must operate the wheeled vehicle or your fixed small house with a highway license. With Tiny House on wheels, you can stay as long as you want or change location on any plot or land that does not have a zoning permit. At this point, in order not to encounter any legal problems, it is sufficient for the Tiny House to be registered on the license.

Can a Tiny House Be Made in Olives?

You can safely build your Tiny House in an olive grove that does not have any problems in terms of zoning permits. At this point, you should pay attention to the ground stability of the olive grove and the convenient structure of the entry and exit points. You can safely build the small house on the land where you want to position it, where there is a suitable infrastructure for the entrance and exit of the vehicle.

Is Tiny House Living in All Seasons?

Most of the Tiny House houses, whose designs are enriched with each passing day, have insulation and insulation systems in line with the cold weather and summer heat. In this way, small houses will help you feel the comfort of a warm home by preventing cold air from entering in winter. In the same way, you can protect yourself from a sweltering atmosphere in summer heat thanks to the construction features of the house. The seasonal production characteristics of small houses may also vary according to the company. At this point, you can get information about the durability of small houses against seasonal conditions by contacting the company directly.

Can Tiny Houses Drive Normal Vehicles?

Small houses have a much heavier structure when compared to caravan models. For this reason, powerful off-road vehicles such as 4×4 all-terrain and pick-up vehicles are recommended to tow the house.

Are Tiny House Buildings Earthquake Resistant?

As an earthquake country, one of the most frequently asked questions about Tiny House in Turkey is durability. Small houses, which are generally developed with a steel infrastructure system, have an earthquake resistant structure. According to the company it is manufactured, we can say that it can remain robust against big shocks, since durable and flexible materials are generally used in small houses. In the same way, small houses will have less furniture due to their minimal structure, which will reduce the possibility of breakage and spillage during the shaking.

Can Tiny House Be Rented?

Tiny House houses are also suitable for short-term rentals thanks to their portable feature. By renting Tiny House houses, which are in portable vehicle status, you can spend pleasant times by the forest, sea or lake for as long as you wish.

 What is Tiny House Registration and Inspection Obligation?

Tiny Houses with wheels are defined as “trailer” according to article 3 of the Highway Traffic Law and section 20 of clause C of article 3 of the Highway Traffic Regulation. Therefore, small houses are seen as “O class non-motorized vehicle”. Likewise, since small houses are in the trailer class, their registration is made according to the 42nd article of the Highway Traffic Regulation. Specifically, there is information that trailers and semi-trailers with a weight of less than 750 kilograms are not subject to registration.

Tiny House is also exempt from Motor Vehicle Tax, as the houses do not have any engine. At this point, valid inspections must be made while driving on the road with small houses. It is very important that small houses comply with the regulation decisions on the manufacture, modification and assembly. Therefore, a conformity approval is given for Tiny House houses that do not pose a threat to the road structure and traffic safety by complying with such rules. Thus, you can safely use the small houses after the license plate, license and traffic registration procedures are completed.

How to Meet the Electricity Need in Tiny House Buildings?

One of the most frequently asked questions about Tiny House is the electricity supply. There are two ways to use electricity in small houses. The first method is to buy Tiny Houses enriched with solar and electric panels. Thanks to this method, the energy from the solar panels is adjusted to be distributed proportionally to the air conditioner and other electrical appliances in the house. In this way, you do not need any electrical connection.

Another method you can try to use electricity in Tiny House buildings is to apply for permitted electricity use in agricultural areas. In cases where the land where the small houses are located is suitable for the zoning permit and if it is allowed, electricity and water needs can be met by drilling a well.

What is Tiny House Type Approval Certificate?

Type approval means that the samples representing the product group of a manufactured structure are selected and the necessary tests are carried out for compliance with the rules or standard demands. At this point, it is also possible to determine that the product can be produced in a way that meets the standard production conditions, with the Type Approval Certificate. Type Approval Certificate is one of the most frequently asked questions about Tiny House houses recently.

Like every vehicle on the roads, Tiny House houses must comply with certain standards. At this point, it is necessary to produce small houses within the framework of certain standards. The standard permits in question are also divided into two categories as type approval certificates, O1 and O2.

• O1 Category Tiny House: Trailers with a maximum weight not exceeding 750 kg are called wheeled systems. Since no license requirement is sought in the O1 category, it does not have its own special plate. Therefore, the plate of the towing vehicle traveling on the road is affixed to the back of this trailer. Likewise, small houses belonging to the O1 category are not subject to TüvTürk inspection and there is no tax requirement to be paid. It can be used with a class B vehicle license.
   
• O2 Category Tiny House: Trailers with a maximum weight of more than 750 kg and not exceeding 3500 kg are also subject to O2 type approval certificate. Tiny Houses in the O2 category are subject to a license. Likewise, these vehicles have their own license plate. These vehicles are subject to TüvTürk inspection once a year, but there is no special tax. It can be used with a BE class vehicle license.

This week on the Campalow Blog, we tried to answer the most frequently asked questions about Tiny House. If you are also curious about other types of accommodation such as small houses, you can review our "Tent accommodation guide" or "Bungalow accommodation guide". Likewise, if you are wondering about the caravan, which has the status of a portable living space just like Tiny House, you can take a look at our article "Caravan accommodation guide".

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