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Regulatory Implications of Tiny Homes

In this course we will define a tiny home and explore the history and appeal of this seemingly recent movement. The course touches on challenges associated with the legal development and regulation of this alternative residential option.

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Course Info

  • Duration 10 video lessons (58 Mins)
  • Published Published
    2017
  • 4.08
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    1.
    Introduction
    Chapter Duration 4 mins
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    2.
    Definitions and History
    Chapter Duration 6 mins
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    3.
    The Tiny Home Appeal
    Chapter Duration 6 mins
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    4.
    The Tiny Homes in the Media
    Chapter Duration 3 mins
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    5.
    Regulatory Challenges
    Chapter Duration 14 mins
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    Options for Retrofitting Regulations
    Chapter Duration 6 mins
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    Tiny Homes as the Primary Land Use
    Chapter Duration 2 mins
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    Tiny Home Villages as the Primary Land Use
    Chapter Duration 6 mins
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    Tiny Homes and Recent Developments in the IRC
    Chapter Duration 5 mins
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    10.
    Closing Thoughts
    Chapter Duration 2 mins

Course Description

In this course we will define a tiny home and explore the history and appeal of this seemingly recent movement. Challenges associated with the legal development of this alternative residential option will be touched on and options for regulatory refinements and new provisions will be presented. We will explore options for siting tiny homes as a primary use, accessory use, and within a village of homes. This course will also provide information on recent, proposed additions to the International Residential Code that address tiny homes. We will end with a discussion of tiny homes in the media and concluding thoughts.

Learn these skills

  • Development
  • Housing
  • Land Use
  • Law and Policy
  • Regulations
  • Sustainability
  • Urban Design
  • Zoning Codes

AICP CM

This course is approved for 1 AICP CM Credit.

AIA CES

This is 1 LU.

CNU-A

This course is approved for 1 CNU-A credit.

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Malak Hakim

Malak Hakim

Malak Hakim is a nationally accredited urban planner.

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