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Tiny Homes in Richmond, Virginia

Tiny home zoning, Appendix Q pathway, and builder costs in Richmond, Virginia. Virginia's statewide code path plus local ADU rules make Richmond one of the strongest Mid-Atlantic markets.

Last researched March 2026

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Why Richmond

Richmond, Virginia offers unique opportunities for tiny home living. With a population of 226,610, the city provides a mix of urban convenience and community charm for those looking to downsize. Explore zoning rules, find local builders, and discover parking options below.

Zoning & Placement

Richmond benefits from Virginia's Appendix Q pathway for foundation tiny homes and a more workable ADU route in residential neighborhoods. Compact foundation homes, modular tiny homes on permanent foundations, and detached ADUs are realistic options.

Verify current requirements with your local planning department.

What to verify locally

  • • Confirm whether your tiny home will be treated as an ADU, a site-built dwelling, or a recreational vehicle.
  • • Ask about utility hookup requirements, especially sewer, electrical service, and emergency-access setbacks.
  • • Check whether long-term occupancy is allowed on the lot type you are considering.
  • • Verify minimum square footage requirements for your zone classification.

Where to Park

Communities, RV parks, and parking options in and near Richmond.

Trailer-based THOW units should not assume the same treatment as code-built tiny houses. A separate zoning and occupancy conversation is needed for THOWs.

Builders Serving Virginia

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Mustard Seed Tiny Homes

Buford, GA

Mustard Seed Tiny Homes is a premium tiny house builder based in Buford, Georgia, serving North Carolina and the broader Southeast. They build both modular and park model tiny homes with models including The Dogwood, The Juniper, The Sycamore, and The Harvest. Their modular tiny homes are permanently placed structures that become part of the real estate. Mustard Seed ships throughout the Southeast from their Metro Atlanta facility and partners with Lend4Build for financing options.

Modular Park Model Foundation

Service areas: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, Virginia, Kentucky, Mississippi, West Virginia

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Guides for Virginia Buyers

Guides, zoning explainers, and financing articles related to this state.

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