Tiny Home Contractors (B03)
Tiny homes pack big dreams into small spaces – but they require specialized construction knowledge and navigation of unique codes.
This BidScope guides you through the critical decision: THOW (Tiny House On Wheels) versus foundation-based tiny home.
Learn Utah’s evolving ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) zoning regulations by municipality.
Master IRC Appendix Q compliance for tiny homes on permanent foundations.
Understand trailer specifications for mobile units – dual axle requirements, gooseneck considerations, proper weight distribution for safe towing (typically 10,000-14,000 pounds).
Navigate DOT compliance for road-worthiness.
Learn space-efficient framing techniques and advanced framing methods.
Plan utility systems – fresh water storage, gray water management, black water tanks for THOW or sewer connections for permanent.
Size electrical systems (30-amp versus 50-amp service).
Select compact appliances without sacrificing functionality.
Design clever storage solutions and multi-use built-in furniture.
Understand insulation challenges in small spaces.
Plan ladder access versus stairs for sleeping lofts.
Find contractors who specialize in tiny construction and understand the unique engineering challenges.
What’s Included:
- Tiny home vs THOW decision factors and lifestyle considerations
- Utah ADU zoning regulations by municipality (varies widely)
- IRC Appendix Q tiny home building standards for permanent foundations
- Trailer specifications for THOW (dual axle, triple axle, gooseneck)
- Weight distribution and towing considerations (10,000-14,000 lbs typical)
- Road-worthiness requirements and DOT compliance
- Parking and placement regulations
- Space-efficient framing techniques and methods
- Advanced framing for tiny homes
- Utility system planning (fresh water, gray water, black water)
- Fresh water storage tank sizing
- Gray water system options
- Black water tank capacity and dumping
- Electrical systems (30-amp RV hookup vs 50-amp vs off-grid)
- Solar panel sizing and battery bank capacity
- Compact appliance selection (refrigerators, ranges, water heaters)
- Storage solutions and space optimization
- Built-in furniture and multi-use spaces
- Loft design (sleeping, storage)
- Ladder vs stairs for loft access
- Insulation strategies for small spaces (spray foam, rigid board)
- Code compliance and permitting challenges
- Off-grid capability options
- Finding specialized tiny home builders
- RVIA certification for THOW
