Tiny home rules in Livonia, MI — 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.
Livonia does not have a separate tiny home category. Permanent homes must meet full Michigan Residential Code minimums; RV-style units on wheels cannot be used as dwellings.
There is no dedicated tiny home zoning category in Livonia. A detached single-family home must meet the Michigan Residential Code, the citys minimum lot area (often 7,200 to 10,500 square feet depending on zone), minimum floor area requirements set in the zoning ordinance (which historically range from 950 to 1,400 square feet depending on district), and full setback and height rules. A tiny home on a permanent foundation that meets these minimums is treated as a single-family dwelling. Park model RVs, travel trailers, and tiny-homes-on-wheels are not considered dwellings under Michigan law and cannot be used as permanent residences on private residential lots. Manufactured housing is limited to licensed manufactured home communities. Accessory dwelling tiny homes in backyards are not permitted. Contact Planning at (734) 466-2200.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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