Tiny Home FAQs Nanostead 

Marshall, NC

  • What is an ADU?

    An ADU, or an Accessory Dwelling Unit, is a home that is built on your own property, not subdivided and used as a full-time rental or guest house. This home is an accessory to a primary dwelling.

  • Does a Tiny Home on Wheels have a bathroom?

    Yes, a THOW has a bathroom.  To save space, there may not be a bathroom vanity or sink. 

  • Can a Tiny Home on Wheels be a permanent residence?

    No, a THOW is considered a recreational Park Trailer. The state of North Carolina does not recognize these as permanent dwellings.

  • Can you get a Tiny House permitted?

    Yes, you can permit a tiny house on a foundation. Your home can be as small as 200 square feet with at least 1 room no less than 120 square feet and a minimum ceiling height of 7 feet.  All hall ways will be required to be minimum of  36″ and any actual stairs will have to built to code.

  • How long does a Tiny Home take to build?

    With Current delays in materials, timelines are all over the place.  Typically, a 400 sf. home on a foundation usually takes approximately 6 months to build after permits are ready. A THOW will take approximately 4 months to build.