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Do you have prefab homes for Northern California?

Single level, 1400 to 1700 sq. Ft.,3 bedrooms, 2 - 3 baths. Plentifull windows, fire resistive construction. To find local manufacturers and builders of prefab ...

Posted by Susan Spott March 25, 2025 Prefab homes 1 response

Is hemp insulation good for an office over a garage?

...ADUs in Massachusetts in the directory here.

Posted by norma weinberg March 8, 2022 Insulation and soundproofing 2 responses

Who in Maine can build a tiny house, start to finish?

Tiny house manufacturers work independently of contractors who do the foundation, septic, etc. Is there a reputable eco-conscious company in southeastern Maine ...

Posted by Gwendlyn DeYoung-Reynolds March 4, 2022 Architecture and plan design 3 responses

What is the approximate cost per square foot for a prefab eco home in Washington?

I have a student preparing a thesis on green affordable housing - just wondering what a ball park cost may be...Best, Anna Franz, PhD, Asst Prof, UDC We have Pr...

Posted by anna franz April 13, 2021 Architecture and plan design 1 response

Where can I buy a tiny house and plot of land to put it in a tiny house community near Seattle?

I'm looking to buy a tiny house and plot of land to put it in a tiny house community in the greater Seattle area, but don't see online where to do all this or h...

Posted by Marc von Borstel May 19, 2020 Tiny house 1 response

It Ottawa zoned for Tiny homes?

What is the zoning needed for tiny homes in Ottawa Parking and living in a Tiny House isn’t legal in all locations, and bylaws are changing fast so we aren’t ab...

Posted by May Sizer March 9, 2021 Tiny house 1 response

Is it possible to build a prefab as a guest home next to an already built home?

Essentially we would like to build a guest home and in the home we love in has a very large amount of space surrounding it. Would it be possible to install a sm...

Posted by Sadhvi Alam Jan. 17, 2021 Planning and Design 1 response

What permits do I need to start building prefab commercial Additional dwelling

...ADU in California? 1. Permits Required for Building Prefab ADUs in California for Retail Resale When building prefab Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) for retail...

Posted by danny babson Oct. 1, 2020 Planning and Design 1 response

What is your advice on exterior wall insulation for a tiny home?

Hello , I live in the Ottawa region and currently building myself a tiny house. My plan for the exterior walls are as follows, from inside out: Ship lap wood, p...

Posted by Mitch Fowler Aug. 27, 2020 Tiny house 1 response

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