Micro dwelling - Revision history

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	Some owners may wish to place their homes on land they already occupy, which may possible without planning permission under permitted development regulations as long as the micro dwelling is within a certain size and situation.		Some owners may wish to place their homes on land they already occupy, which may possible without planning permission under permitted development regulations as long as the micro dwelling is within a certain size and situation.

−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Affordable housing.		* Affordable housing.

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−	\| This micro dwelling is ~~called~~ an Ecocapsule; ~~it's~~ a smart, self-sustainable micro-home that can be placed anywhere.	+	\| This micro dwelling is an Ecocapsule; a smart, self-sustainable micro-home that can be placed anywhere.
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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Micro dwellings are single residential units that tend to range from 14 to 46 square metres. ~~This structure - which~~ can be built on a ~~foundation~~ or ~~situated~~ on wheels ~~- has~~ living quarters (kitchen, ~~bath/toilet~~, sleeping accommodations), utilities (water, electricity, sewer connections) and is suitable for full time occupancy.	+	Micro dwellings are single residential units that tend to range from 14 to 46 square metres. They can be built a foundations or other platforms or sometimes on wheels and typically have living quarters (kitchen, bathroom, sleeping accommodations), utilities (water, electricity, sewer connections) and are suitable for full time occupancy.

	= Background =		= Background =
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	Micro dwellings fall into a general category of residential living associated with the small house movement. They are referred to by different names, including micro apartments, micro homes, micro units, tiny homes, tiny houses and so on.		Micro dwellings fall into a general category of residential living associated with the small house movement. They are referred to by different names, including micro apartments, micro homes, micro units, tiny homes, tiny houses and so on.

−	Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, ~~since it meant~~ they had ~~accommodations~~ available anytime and anywhere.	+	Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, as they had accommodation available anytime and anywhere.

−	In post-World War II America, new homes (such as those in the Levittown housing developments) were built to a modest scale with roughly 70 square metres of living space. However, that trend changed in the 1960s with the growth of the suburbs and ~~the~~ migration away from the restrictions associated with city living.	+	In post-World War II America, new homes (such as those in the Levittown housing developments) were built to a modest scale with roughly 70 square metres of living space. However, that trend changed in the 1960s with the growth of the suburbs and migration away from the restrictions associated with city living.

−	In the 1970s, the modern small house movement emerged in contrast to ~~the~~ suburban migration. It was seen as a permanent residential option that was particularly appealing to minimalist advocates who supported efforts to streamline lifestyles and improve housing affordability.	+	In the 1970s, the modern small house movement emerged in contrast to suburban migration. It was seen as a permanent residential option that was particularly appealing to minimalist advocates who supported efforts to streamline lifestyles and improve housing affordability.

	= Growing popularity =		= Growing popularity =

−	The micro dwelling concept continued to gain popularity as an architectural and social movement in the 1990s for several reasons, including global economic instability, environmental concerns, increasing urban housing prices and technological innovation. It has continued to gain momentum for people who are looking for affordable housing options due to financial limitations (such as living on a fixed income), personal hardship (such as homelessness) or other personal reasons (such as connecting with their families).	+	The micro dwelling concept continued to gain popularity as an architectural and social movement in the 1990s for several reasons, including global economic instability, environmental concerns, increasing urban housing prices, lack of space and technological innovation. It has continued to gain momentum for people who are looking for affordable housing options due to financial limitations (such as living on a fixed income), personal hardship (such as homelessness) or other personal reasons (such as connecting with their families).

	Maintaining a micro dwelling may also provide tax advantages while lowering utility bills and maintenance costs associated with traditional homes. This may be beneficial for people who lack the savings required for standard home upkeep costs.		Maintaining a micro dwelling may also provide tax advantages while lowering utility bills and maintenance costs associated with traditional homes. This may be beneficial for people who lack the savings required for standard home upkeep costs.
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	= International regulations =		= International regulations =

−	Unlike motorhomes, micro dwellings on wheels are ~~meant to be~~ permanent residences ~~rather than vacation accommodations~~. Whether they are built on wheels or on foundations, they are meant to last as long as a traditional home and use standard building techniques and materials.	+	Unlike motorhomes, micro dwellings on wheels are permanent residences. Whether they are built on wheels or on foundations, they are meant to last as long as a traditional home and often use standard building techniques and materials.

	In August 2017, the International Code Council (ICC) published its [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), which included Appendix Q Tiny Houses]. This standard specifies various requirements (such as ceiling heights, stairways, lofts, emergency escape and so on) as they apply to single dwelling units that are 400 square feet (37 square metres) or less - excluding the loft space. This standard is applied in some US cities where micro dwellings are becoming increasingly popular.		In August 2017, the International Code Council (ICC) published its [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), which included Appendix Q Tiny Houses]. This standard specifies various requirements (such as ceiling heights, stairways, lofts, emergency escape and so on) as they apply to single dwelling units that are 400 square feet (37 square metres) or less - excluding the loft space. This standard is applied in some US cities where micro dwellings are becoming increasingly popular.
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	= Micro dwellings in the UK =		= Micro dwellings in the UK =

−	~~In general,~~ micro dwellings are ~~generally~~ designed and built to comply with UK ~~standards. With foundation-based micro units, the same housing~~ regulations ~~apply. For instance, if the micro dwelling is not on a trailer and does not have wheels, it may be treated as an ancillary dwelling~~ and planning permission ~~will be required in order to place it on a plot of land~~.	+	UK micro dwellings are designed and built to comply with UK building regulations and planning permission requirements.

	With wheel-based micro units, there are several additional considerations, particularly if the intention is to maintain their mobility features. Micro dwelling owners who wish to transport their homes must comply with UK caravan law restrictions regarding width, length and weight of the home. They may also wish to apply for a suitable driving licence if they plan to travel with the home frequently.		With wheel-based micro units, there are several additional considerations, particularly if the intention is to maintain their mobility features. Micro dwelling owners who wish to transport their homes must comply with UK caravan law restrictions regarding width, length and weight of the home. They may also wish to apply for a suitable driving licence if they plan to travel with the home frequently.

−	Some owners may wish to place their homes on ~~a property~~ they ~~own~~, which is possible without planning permission as long as the micro dwelling is within a certain size. For instance, homes with liveable space totalling 11 square metres or less are generally exempt from the need for a building permit. If they seek to purchase or rent land for the micro dwelling, planning permission would be required (as it would be with a standard home). The same requirements for council taxes would apply under these circumstances.	+	Some owners may wish to place their homes on land they already occupy, which may possible without planning permission under permitted development regulations as long as the micro dwelling is within a certain size and situation.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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	* Anchorhold.		* Anchorhold.
	* Building regulations.		* Building regulations.
		+	* Could microhousing tackle London's housing crisis?
	* Home ownership.		* Home ownership.
	* Levittown.		* Levittown.
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	* Micro flats.		* Micro flats.
	* Planning permission.		* Planning permission.
		+	* Pocket homes.
		+	* Smallest house in Britain.
	* Suburb.		* Suburb.
	* Urban design.		* Urban design.

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	= Background =		= Background =

−	Micro dwellings fall into a general category of residential living associated with the small house movement. They are referred to by different names, including micro apartments~~, micro flats~~, micro homes, micro units, tiny homes, tiny houses and so on.	+	Micro dwellings fall into a general category of residential living associated with the small house movement. They are referred to by different names, including micro apartments, micro homes, micro units, tiny homes, tiny houses and so on.

	Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, since it meant they had accommodations available anytime and anywhere.		Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, since it meant they had accommodations available anytime and anywhere.
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	* Levittown.		* Levittown.
	* Megacity.		* Megacity.
		+	* Micro flats.
	* Planning permission.		* Planning permission.
	* Suburb.		* Suburb.

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	* Affordable housing.		* Affordable housing.
−	* American architecture and construction.
	* Anchorhold.		* Anchorhold.
−	* ~~Landscape urbanism~~.	+	* Building regulations.
		+	* Home ownership.
	* Levittown.		* Levittown.
	* Megacity.		* Megacity.
−	* ~~Municipal Dreams: the rise and fall of council housing.~~	+	* Planning permission.
−	* New Towns Act.	+
−	* New Towns: the rise, fall and rebirth.	+
	* Suburb.		* Suburb.
	* Urban design.		* Urban design.

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	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

		+	* Affordable housing.
		+	* American architecture and construction.
	* Anchorhold.		* Anchorhold.
		+	* Landscape urbanism.
	* Levittown.		* Levittown.
		+	* Megacity.
		+	* Municipal Dreams: the rise and fall of council housing.
		+	* New Towns Act.
		+	* New Towns: the rise, fall and rebirth.
		+	* Suburb.
		+	* Urban design.

	= External resources =		= External resources =

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	Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, since it meant they had accommodations available anytime and anywhere.		Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, since it meant they had accommodations available anytime and anywhere.

−	In post-World War II America, new homes (such as those in the Levittown housing developments) were built to a modest scale with roughly 70 square metres of living space. However, that trend changed in the 1960s with the growth of the suburbs and the migration away from city living.	+	In post-World War II America, new homes (such as those in the Levittown housing developments) were built to a modest scale with roughly 70 square metres of living space. However, that trend changed in the 1960s with the growth of the suburbs and the migration away from the restrictions associated with city living.

−	In the 1970s, the modern small house movement emerged as a ~~more~~ permanent residential option, particularly ~~with~~ minimalist advocates who supported efforts to streamline lifestyles and improve affordability.	+	In the 1970s, the modern small house movement emerged in contrast to the suburban migration. It was seen as a permanent residential option that was particularly appealing to minimalist advocates who supported efforts to streamline lifestyles and improve housing affordability.

	= Growing popularity =		= Growing popularity =
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	* ICC, [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), Appendix Q Tiny Houses].		* ICC, [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), Appendix Q Tiny Houses].
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= Introduction =

Micro dwellings are single residential units that tend to range from 14 to 46 square metres. This structure - which can be built on a foundation or situated on wheels - has living quarters (kitchen, bath/toilet, sleeping accommodations), utilities (water, electricity, sewer connections) and is suitable for full time occupancy.

= Background =

Micro dwellings fall into a general category of residential living associated with the small house movement. They are referred to by different names, including micro apartments, micro flats, micro homes, micro units, tiny homes, tiny houses and so on.

Restricted residential quarters have been in existence for centuries. In modern times, motorhomes were introduced in the early 1900s. Some people saw motorhomes as a way to travel with a greater degree of flexibility, since it meant they had accommodations available anytime and anywhere.

In post-World War II America, new homes (such as those in the Levittown housing developments) were built to a modest scale with roughly 70 square metres of living space. However, that trend changed in the 1960s with the growth of the suburbs and the migration away from city living.

In the 1970s, the modern small house movement emerged as a more permanent residential option, particularly with minimalist advocates who supported efforts to streamline lifestyles and improve affordability.

= Growing popularity =

The micro dwelling concept continued to gain popularity as an architectural and social movement in the 1990s for several reasons, including global economic instability, environmental concerns, increasing urban housing prices and technological innovation. It has continued to gain momentum for people who are looking for affordable housing options due to financial limitations (such as living on a fixed income), personal hardship (such as homelessness) or other personal reasons (such as connecting with their families).

Maintaining a micro dwelling may also provide tax advantages while lowering utility bills and maintenance costs associated with traditional homes. This may be beneficial for people who lack the savings required for standard home upkeep costs.

= International regulations =

Unlike motorhomes, micro dwellings on wheels are meant to be permanent residences rather than vacation accommodations. Whether they are built on wheels or on foundations, they are meant to last as long as a traditional home and use standard building techniques and materials.

In August 2017, the International Code Council (ICC) published its [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), which included Appendix Q Tiny Houses]. This standard specifies various requirements (such as ceiling heights, stairways, lofts, emergency escape and so on) as they apply to single dwelling units that are 400 square feet (37 square metres) or less - excluding the loft space. This standard is applied in some US cities where micro dwellings are becoming increasingly popular.

= Micro dwellings in the UK =

In general, micro dwellings are generally designed and built to comply with UK standards. With foundation-based micro units, the same housing regulations apply. For instance, if the micro dwelling is not on a trailer and does not have wheels, it may be treated as an ancillary dwelling and planning permission will be required in order to place it on a plot of land.

With wheel-based micro units, there are several additional considerations, particularly if the intention is to maintain their mobility features. Micro dwelling owners who wish to transport their homes must comply with UK caravan law restrictions regarding width, length and weight of the home. They may also wish to apply for a suitable driving licence if they plan to travel with the home frequently.

Some owners may wish to place their homes on a property they own, which is possible without planning permission as long as the micro dwelling is within a certain size. For instance, homes with liveable space totalling 11 square metres or less are generally exempt from the need for a building permit. If they seek to purchase or rent land for the micro dwelling, planning permission would be required (as it would be with a standard home). The same requirements for council taxes would apply under these circumstances.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Anchorhold.
* Levittown.

= External resources =

* ICC, [https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/appendix-q-tiny-houses 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), Appendix Q Tiny Houses].