How I Found My Tiny House Parking Spot

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4 жыл бұрын

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Recently a viewer asked me some really good questions. Today I'm going to answer the first one. It's a question I get asked a lot. How did I find a legal parking spot for my tiny house on wheels. My situation is obviously unique to my location and country but maybe my experience can offer you some insights and ideas when you are looking for your own spot.
Next week, I will answer the second part of the question my viewer asked: Do I feel safe here in the mobile home park?
It would be awesome to hear if you have any other questions. Leave your comments below.
Follow me on Instagram @myBIGtinyhouselifeI love you all. Stay strong, stay safe :-).
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Пікірлер: 78

@bonniegarland4236 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe there’s a career opportunity for you to guide people through these processes. It’s obvious that you are detailed methodical and a great communicator . I Enjoy watching your videos. Bonus -is seeing your beautiful Cat.

@lauratibbles6598 3 жыл бұрын

I love the goose neck idea all around

@dosdandelions8879 3 жыл бұрын

Our community (we live here too) is fabulous! Soon we will be able to walk to literally everything. We can hike through the forest to the park and river below. People pay a fortune to enjoy what we enjoy in this location. We would not trade living here for anything and we moved here 6 years ago. It's a privilege to live in the city like this.

@susannichols4372 3 жыл бұрын

LOL Faith Airline! If you get stuck without a spot, a 7 gallon bucket and luggable loo seat makes a great way to get by until you find a serviced spot.

@kimmy5755 3 жыл бұрын

That is a great question for this video! My life is now surrounded by peoples preconceived ideas, of me. Just trailer park alone, has a stigma that is ignorant! I do not live in a park but I also don't judge people under any circumstance ❤️ Something harder and harder to find in people! 🙏🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏿🙏🏼🌏

@bmeetze 3 жыл бұрын

You have super communication skills. It’s like I’m right there chatting with you. Cute and adorable kitty cat too!

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@jenhardman9638 3 жыл бұрын

Your cat is telling you that you are sitting on his bed.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Yes she certainly is! 🙄😁

@freedomyogini255 3 жыл бұрын

Ride faith airlines! That’s hilarious. New viewer her and happy to have found you. Thank you for sharing your tiny home journey.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏼😊

@susanmurrell635 3 жыл бұрын

You are a very smart and savvy lady. You handled this the the best possible way. Bravo!

@bytheseabc2620 3 жыл бұрын

So glad that I found a Canadian channel about tiny houses. You are very informative and do it in an engaging way. Thank you for sharing.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeannette ☺️🇨🇦❤️

@tejinderd1824 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I rewatched the videos about parking, I drove through a mobile home near by and feel better about finding a place. Thank you again for sharing your wonderful knowledge.

@cf6468 3 жыл бұрын

You sharing your experience is going to help so many people trying to do the same. Thank you!💕

@kellieevetts2637 3 жыл бұрын

Such good information! I am looking at mobile home parks in Lethbridge and now have a list of what I need in order to talk to them. Thanks!

@krispykremeslor 4 жыл бұрын

I love your attitude towards finding the right spot!

@myBIGtinyhouselife 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mamamia30 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Thanks again! 🙏❤️

@Ladythyme 3 жыл бұрын

I love your perseverance in getting things done...I’m glad it all worked out for you!

@patrickmckowen2999 3 жыл бұрын

Great story with good info👍 Cheers

@sheeva3.0 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I’m hunting for a tiny home parking spot here in San Diego! I’m talking to everyone I know and posting flyers and pictures of the home.

@HIDDENGIRL24 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all this info! I love your videos and this helped a lot! Happy mothers day 😊💕

@myBIGtinyhouselife 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! I’m glad it was useful ☺️.

@lesliegranowski2683 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I’m so glad that you found a parking spot but I am very shocked at the higher rate per month

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. That’s what you get if you want to park in a big city.

@activbb6660 3 жыл бұрын

So nice to close to the city. Ontario is quite different. I will approach TeaCup and see if they can help. Cheers from James :-) - Ontario

@tejinderd1824 4 жыл бұрын

OMG thank you so much for all this information, I feel more comfortable and will start my google search.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad my experience can be helpful. Next video will talk about the mobile home park in particular. It would have made the video too long to have it all in one. I’ll try to get some video of the park itself.

@CherryDaviess 2 жыл бұрын

Love the cat!

@rachelbernstein1355 Жыл бұрын

So beautiful!! Love your backyard ravine area, wow! Private and lovely 💟

@myBIGtinyhouselife Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rachel 😊

@gplourdes 3 жыл бұрын

Your hair looks BEAUtiful!!👍...thanks for the tips.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lourdes ☺️

@janesmith572 3 жыл бұрын

lol your cat is like your subplot

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

LOL, that’s one word for her 🙄😁❤️.

@donm-tv8cm 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found a solution there. I just think it's a shame that there's still a lot of resistance to tiny houses on wheels in so many places. While I can understand some of the benefits of RVIA/CFA certification, my observation is that it's also a gimmick to keep the building of the homes firmly in the large RV/mobile home factories, of which many tend to deliver "mobile home quality" homes and to charge high prices for them. I remember you quoted the price of your home (which is a very, very nice home, by the way) in another video, and I'm sorry, but >$100,000 (US) is an insanely high price for a tiny and it totally defeats the purposes most people have for choosing a tiny home. The whole point is, if not for RVIA/CFA certification requirements, people could build themselves, or hire competent contractors to build, a nice tiny house for a fraction of that price, to whatever quality suits them. Insurance is certainly a concern. But if parks made the homeowners provide their own liability insurance, there surely is a workaround to be found there. All things considered, I think I'd be doing the rural property thing and just say no to RV and mobile home parks.

@jeepgirl1495 3 жыл бұрын

NEW SUBSCRIBER, here! Loving that I’m here !

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks!☺️

@sharonanne6293 3 жыл бұрын

Erm are u in the cats spot? Haha I have two cats and they just rule me lol. Ur cat is beautiful. Love how u get sat down with a brew. Stay safe x

@khabartubetv4509 3 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

@marnellecorege6942 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - loved your story and the tour of your home - so nice to see a Canadian Tiny House - would you mind sharing what the cost was to build your home - cheers from Ontario

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

The cost was just under $148k including the oversized custom built trailer and appliances. Note that this is in Canadian I have a video on the costs: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7ebgtOIvMzGY5c.html

@marnellecorege6942 3 жыл бұрын

@@myBIGtinyhouselife Thank you so much for the info - I think that was well worth it for your very well built home and especially a home that can stand a Canadian winter - I was alittle surprised at your monthly park fees - cheaper than rent in an apartment building for sure but I guess I thought it would be lower - you really taught us alot of things and I really appreciate that - stay safe and God Bless

@karensteward1986 3 жыл бұрын

I love that you are aware of the power of manifesting. You are inspiring me in many ways, so thank you very much!

@cathypotter1958 3 жыл бұрын

I live in a mobile home park now, although I will eventually end up at a friend's land this would be a great temp fix..im hoping to get serious come summer about nailing down a design (love yours may have to do similar). Os your park expensive for your little home..o know land rent for mobile is 700 wondering of less for a smaller lot or smaller home..ill have to look into this

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Cathy. I go into the costs in this video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7ebgtOIvMzGY5c.html

@gemagema4547 4 жыл бұрын

I love your personality, it feels like I'm listening to a new friend! I just have a year here in Canada (my first winter) and one of my dreams is to have a tiny house. What's important during research for a newcomer? Thanks in advanced!

@myBIGtinyhouselife 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Gemma! Well, I think finding a good builder is key. Using a professional, who only builds tiny homes. They have unique challenges that conventional sized homes don’t have. Also, research where and how to park legally. I’m so glad you are enjoying the videos. I approach it like I’m just having a chat with a good friend ☺️.

@gemaencanada7315 4 жыл бұрын

@@myBIGtinyhouselife Thanks for your advice. I can't wait for your next video. I hope your channel keeps growing!

@oldmanjimh3165 3 жыл бұрын

Why would you choose Vancouver Island? When I was thinking about where I would like to live I liked Orcas Island but prices were through the roof and earthquakes in the region were also a factor.

@merrywalsh2809 3 жыл бұрын

Vancouver Is. is Canada, while Orcas is U.S.

@oldmanjimh3165 3 жыл бұрын

@@merrywalsh2809 Well aware, just curious about your choice.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Because it’s beautiful there. It’s my happy place. I’ll find a spot up island near a small town.

@oldmanjimh3165 3 жыл бұрын

@@myBIGtinyhouselife Happiness is a key factor to staying healthy.

@nooks12 Жыл бұрын

What's the difference between "Park model" and "RV"?

@myBIGtinyhouselife Жыл бұрын

Not sure. Size mostly.

@lauraautry9790 3 жыл бұрын

What is the difference between being a park model and a regular tiny house?

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

It’s how the trailer is registered. It’s a vehicle so it needs to be registered as either a RV, mobile home or park model.

@scrappyquilter102 3 жыл бұрын

What all is included in the $800/mo fee?

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Water, sewer, garbage, recycling and composting pick up.

@artandadventurerv 2 жыл бұрын

What does "registered as a park model" mean?

@myBIGtinyhouselife 2 жыл бұрын

The trailer has to have a VIN number and be Registered as either a mobile home, RV or a Park model.

@codeninja1 4 жыл бұрын

I understand if you don't want to answer but are you located in the park in bowness? I was working there 2 weeks ago and was thinking "wonder if they accept tiny homes?" And you mentioned the community center they have and I recalled the one there that has laundry services.

@myBIGtinyhouselife 4 жыл бұрын

Hi codeninja, send me an email and we can chat about it.

@maurachambers3797 3 жыл бұрын

How interesting, I love tiny homes and came across your video by accident. The plan that you chose is something that would suit me, if I was not married lol! You are a wealth of useful information for anyone thinking of taking the plunge into tiny living. I just thought I would mention that I was excited to see that you are vegan, we’re whole food plant based, and even though we live in beautiful Arkansas...I am from Revelstoke BC. Small world. I look forward to enjoying your videos. Thank you!

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Maura. Yes, in fact I am just soaking some cashews to make an Alfredo sauce for my kid when he comes to visit tonight 😋.

@maurachambers3797 3 жыл бұрын

@@myBIGtinyhouselife I make my sour “cream” and other creamy sauces with cashews. Who’d have thought it was possible! Enjoy your meal and your son and keep warm up there.😁

@rosyelioseymour5168 3 жыл бұрын

Are you worried about rent stabilization? You rent the pad and the mobile park owner can increase rent at will. Happens in many places now that they are looked as investments. Pad renters have no choice but leaving if there home can be truly mobile. Are you at the mercy of the park owner?

@myBIGtinyhouselife 3 жыл бұрын

Sure, anyone who rents would be. I’m moving to BC next spring anyway so I’m not concerned. I’ve got a friend with some land that I can park on and I plan to eventually buy a small piece.

@kimmy5755 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe I misunderstood the question!🤔