Where Can You Put a Tiny House? A Practical Guide from Land to Delivery

The greatest privilege of a tiny house is that it does not tie you to one place. A weekend home by the lake, a guest house in the middle of your vineyard or a permanent life in the forest... Planned properly, your tiny house can stand in the view you have always dreamed of.

In this guide we answer the question "Where can you put a tiny house?" from a practical angle: which land suits you, how to prepare the ground, what to check on delivery day and how to sort out energy and water. If you are curious about the legal framework, take a look at our Are Tiny Houses Legal in Turkey? article first.

First, choose how you will use it

Where you place your tiny house depends on how you plan to use it:

• Wheeled tiny house: Tiny houses on an O2 type-approved chassis have vehicle status. Used without foundations and without permanent utility connections, they offer the greatest freedom of location.
• Permanent home: For a grid-connected home you will live in all year round, our modular and fixed structures are installed on a zoned plot or in a village settlement area.
• Business: For glamping and holiday businesses, areas designated for tourism are the right choice.

Land options one by one

Your own garden

The garden of your detached house is one of the easiest places to start. A guest house, a home office, a separate room for the kids or an extra living space to rent out... A wheeled tiny house adds a new living space to your garden without any construction work.

Zoned building plot

The most straightforward option for permanent living. The zoning status certificate from the municipality shows what you can install and how. Our modular and fixed structures are ideal for a fully equipped home connected to mains electricity, water and sewage.

Village settlement area

A strong option for a permanent life close to nature. Article 27 of the Zoning Law provides an exemption under which no building permit is required for homes in village settlement areas outside municipal boundaries. You can find out your village's settlement boundary from the village head (muhtar) and the provincial special administration.

Field

The key to enjoying a tiny house on your field is vehicle status. The golden rule is simple: do not turn the house into a permanent structure. Keep your tiny house on its wheels, do not pour concrete foundations, and instead of a permanent grid connection use independent solutions such as solar power, a water tank and a sealed wastewater tank. If you plan a year-round permanent home, a zoned plot or a village settlement area is the better choice.

Hobby garden

Hobby gardens in Turkey are usually shared agricultural plots, so the golden rule for fields applies here too. Agreeing on the area you will use with the other co-owners from the start makes neighbourly relations easier and gives you peace of mind.

Campsites and rented pitches

For anyone who wants to start tiny house living without buying land, campsites and businesses that rent out pitches for tiny houses are a practical solution. With a wheeled tiny house, you can also change location over time.

Tourism and glamping areas

Tiny house facilities can be set up in areas designated for camping or rural/eco-tourism in the zoning plan. If you are thinking of earning income with tiny houses, read our Glamping Business with Tiny Houses article.

How much space do you need?

Tiny houses fit a big life into a small footprint. Our tiny house models are 2.50 m wide including the trailer; an 8-metre model takes up about 20 m². So a 1,000 m² plot leaves plenty of room for a large garden, a terrace and parking next to the house.

When planning, remember to leave comfortable space around the house for a terrace, parking and maintenance access.

Preparing the ground before placement

A wheeled tiny house does not need concrete foundations; not laying foundations is also part of keeping vehicle status. For a good base:

• Prepare a level, firm bed. Compacted gravel or crushed stone is enough for most sites.
• Prevent standing water. A gentle drainage slope stops water pooling under the house.
• Avoid placing it directly under large trees. Falling branches and constant shade increase maintenance.

The chassis of Eksado tiny houses has an adjustable jockey wheel and four support jacks, so your home sits firmly and level without foundations.

Delivery day: Road and access

Check the route in advance so your home reaches your land smoothly:

• Road width and surface: You need a firm road that a towing vehicle or truck can use. Watch out for dirt roads that turn muddy after rain.
• Height: Our tiny houses are at most 4 m high including the trailer. Check for low branches, bridges and power lines.
• Turning space: Leave room to manoeuvre at sharp bends and narrow site entrances.
• Crane space for modular buildings: Modular and fixed structures are transported by truck and placed on site by crane; plan a level area for the crane.

Share your location with us at the quote stage, and we will plan the delivery method together. We describe the delivery process in detail in our From Factory to Your Door article.

Enjoy your location: Orientation, sun and view

The right placement turns a small house into a big experience:

• Turn the large windows towards the view. The lake, forest or mountains become part of your home.
• Make use of the winter sun. South-facing windows warm the interior naturally in winter.
• Plan for cool summers. Deciduous trees on the west side give shade in summer without blocking the sun in winter.
• Keep the roof clear for solar panels. A shade-free spot increases energy production.

Curious about winter comfort? Read our Are Tiny Houses Warm in Winter? article.

Energy, water and wastewater

Land without mains services is no obstacle for a tiny house:

• Electricity: Independent power with solar panels and batteries
• Water: A clean water tank and a pressure pump
• Wastewater: A sealed wastewater tank

These independent solutions bring comfort in the middle of nature and are compatible with the vehicle status of your wheeled tiny house. On a zoned plot where you build a permanent home, you can connect to the mains. You can see our plumbing work on our production page.

Easy placement with Eksado

• O2 European type-approved trailer chassis: Installation without foundations, with an adjustable jockey wheel and four support jacks
• Delivery and placement at your address: Tiny houses as a trailer or with a suitable transport vehicle, modular buildings by truck and crane
• Delivery to more than 20 countries: We are with you abroad too
• 10-year structural warranty: We are with you after delivery
• Your own panel: Follow every stage from production to delivery with photos and videos

Frequently asked questions

Where can you put a tiny house?

Depending on how you use it, in your own garden, on your field, in a hobby garden, at campsites, in a village settlement area or on a zoned plot. Wheeled tiny houses offer the greatest freedom of location; for a permanent home, zoned plots and village settlement areas are the best options.

Can a tiny house be placed on a field?

A wheeled, O2-certified and registered tiny house has vehicle status. Kept on its wheels, without foundations or permanent utility connections and with independent energy and water solutions, you can enjoy your tiny house on your field.

Can a tiny house be placed in a hobby garden?

Hobby gardens are usually shared agricultural plots, so the rules for fields apply here too. Keep the house on its wheels without turning it into a permanent structure, and agree on your area with the other co-owners.

Is a 1,000 m² plot enough for a tiny house?

More than enough: an 8-metre tiny house takes up about 20 m². A 1,000 m² plot leaves lots of room for a large garden and terrace next to the house.

Does a tiny house need a concrete base?

No. For a wheeled tiny house, a compacted gravel or crushed stone base is enough; the jockey wheel and support jacks on the chassis level the house. Not laying foundations is also part of keeping vehicle status.

How is a tiny house transported?

Thanks to their O2 type-approved chassis, tiny houses are transported as a trailer or with a suitable transport vehicle. Modular and fixed structures are transported by truck and placed on site by crane.

Conclusion

The place you choose for your tiny house is the starting point of the life you dream of. With the right type of use, a well-prepared base and a planned delivery, your home opens its doors to you right in the middle of the view you love.

Tell us about your land and the life you dream of; let's choose the model that suits you best together. Get a free quote or visit our factory.

Note: This article is for general information only and was prepared as of 29 October 2026. For your specific land, we recommend checking with your local authority.