Tiny Home Ordinance
Fort Bragg City Council
April 11, 2022
Purpose
Add tiny homes as a type of allowable housing in the City of Fort Bragg. Develop specific regulations related to tiny homes.
What is a “tiny home”?
A tiny home is a small house with
independent living quarters with
space for cooking, sleeping, and
sanitation.
Tiny Homes can be a small house on
foundation or moveable by towing.
Can be as small as 150 Sq. Ft.
Current City Regulations
Tiny homes on foundation
Complies with Residential building code
Currently allowed by ILUDC & CLUDC
Tiny homes on wheels: RV’s
Considered vehicles – Registered with DMV
Allowed in designated trailer parks
Summary of Action
Community Development
Committee. (1/25/2022)
Staff prepare a draft ordinance
based on recommendations.
Planning Commission public hearing
and recommendation. (3/23/2022)
Proposed Changes to Inland Land Use &
Development Code 18.42.175
Development Standards
Number of units permitted (2)
Location on a parcel (side or rear)
Parking
Unit Size (150 min, 400 max)
Height – 13’ 6”
Geographic Location
Allowed on any residentially
zoned parcel.
Allowed in Mobile Home Parks
18.42.110
Design Considerations
Roof Pitch (1:12)
Siding (wood, hardiepanel, or equivalent
material)
Windows/Doors (building grade)
Wheel Skirting
Mechanical Equipment (AC units, etc)
GFI Shutoff Breaker
Utilities & Ownership
Off-grid electric allowed
No ownership requirements
Required Permitting
DMV Certification
Building permits for connections and pad
American National Standard Institute (119.5)
National Fire Protection Agency (1192)
Yearly Fire Inspection
Questions?