Tiny home rules in Port Hueneme, CA — 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 foundations in Port Hueneme are treated as ADUs under California ADU law (Government Code §65852.2). Tiny homes on wheels (THOWs) are classified as recreational vehicles and cannot be used as permanent dwellings in residential zones.
Under California ADU law (Gov. Code §65852.2), tiny homes on permanent foundations that meet building code are treated as accessory dwelling units. They must comply with all ADU requirements including setbacks, size limits, and building standards. Tiny homes on wheels (THOWs) are classified as recreational vehicles under California law and are subject to RV parking restrictions. THOWs cannot be used as permanent residences in residential zones — they lack building code compliance for habitation. Port Hueneme's compact lots may make siting a tiny home challenging while meeting setback requirements.
Living in a THOW on a residential lot violates zoning code. Unpermitted tiny homes on foundations may require removal or retroactive permitting as ADUs.
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