Tiny Homes: Ocoee vs Orlando

Tiny homes on permanent foundations are allowed in Ocoee where zoning permits single-family dwellings and the structure meets FL Building Code. Tiny homes on wheels are treated as recreational vehicles and cannot be used as permanent dwellings outside licensed RV parks.

Tiny homes in Orlando fall under different rules depending on whether they are on a permanent foundation or on wheels. Foundation-built tiny homes are regulated as single-family dwellings under the Florida Building Code, must meet minimum dwelling-unit standards, and may serve as a primary residence or as an ADU. Tiny homes on wheels (THOWs) are typically classified as RVs or park-model RVs and may only be occupied long-term in licensed RV parks or designated tiny-home communities, not as a primary residence on a standard residential lot.