Design & Floor Plans

A used tiny home can look like a deal. Here's what to check in California, from certification to the DMV title, and how it compares with new.

Preview 5 real tiny home floor plan sets supplied by Zen Tiny Homes: Jamul Bungalow, Ranch House, Beach House, Mammoth 400 and Grove House.

Good tiny home design starts with the rules for the type of home you're building. Design to the rule first, then make it beautiful. Size and height limits you'll meet Type / place Limit Source Park trailer (state) 400 sq ft gross when set up (qualifying lofts excluded), 14 ft max width HSC §18009.3, HCD IB 2016-01 THOW, unincorporated San Diego County Under 430 sq ft, one floor + loft up to 150 sq ft, 16 ft max height County PDS Movable tiny house, City of Los Angeles 150–430