Tiny home rules in Hialeah, FL — covering tiny houses on wheels (THOWs), park model RVs, and tiny home on foundation builds — determine where they are legal and how they get permitted.
Tiny homes on permanent foundations in Hialeah must meet all Florida Building Code and HVHZ requirements, including minimum living standards. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as recreational vehicles and cannot be used as permanent dwellings. Hialeah's zoning code establishes minimum dwelling unit sizes that may exceed typical tiny home dimensions.
Hialeah's zoning code and the Florida Building Code regulate tiny homes. A tiny home on a permanent foundation must meet all residential building standards including HVHZ wind load requirements (design speeds of 170-200+ mph), minimum room sizes, ceiling height (7 feet minimum), egress windows, and full utility connections. Hialeah's zoning code may establish minimum dwelling unit sizes (often 750-1,000 sq ft in standard residential zones) that effectively limit traditional tiny home construction. Tiny homes on wheels (THOWs) are classified as recreational vehicles under Florida law and cannot be used as permanent residences in residential zones. THOWs are subject to RV parking regulations. Florida's statewide ADU provisions may provide a pathway for smaller accessory units, but any structure must still meet the Florida Building Code and HVHZ standards. The city's dense development pattern and high property values make tiny home siting challenging.
Living in a THOW as a permanent residence violates the zoning code. Building an undersized dwelling without variance approval is a zoning violation. Unpermitted structures face stop-work orders and removal requirements. Contact Building Department at (305) 556-8380.
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