Guide to tiny houses in Port Macquarie
The trend of living in tiny houses has gained immense popularity among the locals, and it's easy to understand why.
Port Macquarie embraces the tiny house movement as a means to prioritise sustainability, financial freedom, minimalism, flexibility, and a strong sense of community.
What people in Port Macquarie love about tiny houses
One of the primary reasons people in Port Macquarie are opting for tiny houses is their commitment to sustainable living. With Port Macquarie's abundant sunshine and proximity to nature, the region provides an ideal setting for adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle.
The cost of living is a significant factor influencing their decision to live in a tiny house. Port Macquarie's housing market has experienced significant growth, and tiny houses offer an affordable alternative. This financial freedom enables individuals to live a more fulfilling life.
Compared to a $1 million median price tag of a 1-bedroom unit in Crestwood, or $800,000 in the likes of Bonny Hills, a well-designed tiny house by a reputable tiny house builder such as Hauslein can be approximately 7 times cheaper—and 10 times more beautiful!
Tiny houses offer unparalleled flexibility and mobility, allowing residents to pick up and travel—and setting up a tiny house on land without a DA is also a big draw card for anyone seeking to own a tiny house in Port Macquarie.
Lastly, people have seen the level of quality that tiny houses can achieve with innovative features, full-size appliances, and beautiful real-wood finishes.
How people in Port Macquarie use TINY HOUSES
Full-time dwelling - Our bigger tiny house models are specially designed to give 1-2 people or even a small family a very liveable space with all of the necessities and many of the comforts & perks you need. For young couples tiny houses are a stepping stone towards property ownership.
Family accommodation - People love the flexibility of giving family and friends a beautiful self-contained place to stay for a night or a weekend. A well-designed tiny house can even make for the perfect place for family members to stay on a longer-term basis.
Guest accommodation - If you have a property with a killer view or near a desirable location, then a tiny house could open you up to rental income from guest bookings, without much of the time, expense, or hassle that often comes with putting up a traditional building.
Tiny House Council reguLATions in Port Macquarie
Tiny houses by Häuslein are available in a range of base models, layouts and optional extras giving people flexibility and choice.
All local councils in Port Macquarie operate under the law building codes and guidelines but may also differ in their interpretation and implementation of the law.
If the tiny house will be placed on residential or rural land that has an existing dwelling on the property and sufficient space to set it up - generally councils can have no problem with it.
Remember, a tiny house on wheels is technically a caravan, so it doesn’t require a DA.
As a general rule of thumb, the more built up an area is, the more likely your local council might have something to say. It doesn’t hurt to call your local council to check about adding a tiny house on wheels to your property.
Here are the important pointers:
You can’t live permanently in a tiny house on a vacant block of land that does not have a dwelling or planning permission for a dwelling.
You can’t park your tiny house too close to a neighbour’s fence.
You can’t park your tiny house on an easement.
You can’t block a neighbour’s views.
Beyond council regulations, suburban developments will probably not allow a tiny house to be placed on a vacant block of land.
tiny houses for rent in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie has witnessed a surge in the popularity of tiny houses for rent—it become a sought-after option for accommodation.
This coastal town offers an array of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and a relaxed atmosphere. With its stunning beaches, vibrant local culture, and numerous attractions, this hidden gem is becoming increasingly popular among tourists and locals alike.
For tiny house owners, it provides a low-maintenance source of income from previously untapped real estate where no building DA has been approved, or would ever be approved.
Finding land IN Port Macquarie for your tiny housE
Port Macquarie, located on the beautiful Mid-North Coast of New South Wales, offers a range of beautiful properties that may be suitable for tiny house living.
Port Macquarie boasts a magnificent fusion of pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and picturesque hills.
Big blocks in suburban areas may even allow for multi-generational living. Don’t forget that renting land is a viable option.
Do Häuslein Deliver ANYWHERE in Port Macquarie?
Yes, Häuslein and our preferred delivery partners deliver our tiny houses to customers all over Port Macquarie.
Delivery is measured from our base in Herons Creek 20 minutes south of Port Macquarie.
We provide customers with a competitively priced quote for delivery and installation.
We also attend tiny house expos and events around Port Macquarie so keep your eyes out for those.