Startup Offers Affordable Tiny Home Solution

Building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) can be costly and time-consuming, especially in some areas where permitting can take months. However, one startup may have a cost-effective solution, according to Fast Company. The Microhaus from Haus.me offers a $35,000 tiny home that is designed to bypass permits completely. Its small size qualifies it as an accessory structure in most areas. Additionally, the design excludes features, such as a foundation, that would typically require permitting.

It’s built to be ultra-efficient, so it uses little energy for heating, cooling, or lighting. A homeowner installing a Microhaus in their backyard can plug it into an extension cord, rather than needing a permit for a new electrical connection. Efficient appliances use little water, and the house can be hooked up to a backyard hose. Like an RV, the tiny house has a sewage hose that can be connected to a black water tank or the city sewer system. It has large windows for natural light, with curtains for privacy if it’s built in a backyard. Read more