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Choosing a tiny house is not an easy decision. Here are some features and information to consider to help you decide about living in a tiny house in Portugal.

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If you're considering buying a residence, first ask yourself whether you and possibly your family are suited for a minimalist lifestyle. Costs should be calculated in advance, along with the question of where you want to place the residence. Should it be mobile with a trailer or freestanding? The cost factor will be discussed in more detail later. How important is it to receive visitors and friends? Tiny houses offer limited space for this. Consider how reduced comfort and space affect your well-being. Is it truly your dream home for sustainable living?

Living in a tiny house requires focusing on the essentials. Most tiny houses are limited to a maximum of two rooms: an open living, dining, and kitchen area, a small bathroom, and a small sleeping area or bedroom. In a tiny home, you'll need to forgo luxuries and extensive furnishings, learning to find compromises and enjoy simplicity. This lifestyle appeals to many, as life becomes more manageable, and you focus on the essentials, rethinking and minimizing your consumption. Additionally, tiny houses are usually on wheels, allowing mobility and the ability to change your residence. This means you can visit desired places and move with the sun, enjoying Portugal's beautiful beach areas in complete freedom.

The price of a tiny house depends on various factors, including the amount of work involved. Shell-form tiny houses are cheaper than turnkey houses. Prefabricated kits are the most affordable, consisting of ready-made elements that need to be assembled independently. Homes constructed according to individual wishes fall into a higher price category. Basic models, which are predominantly prefabricated but allow for individual customization, fall in the mid-range. Extension models, where the interior fittings must be completed by the owner, also save money. Turnkey tiny houses are the most convenient option, with costs in Portugal ranging between €27,000 and €180,000.Prices also depend on the size and technical equipment of the house. In Germany, the average cost per square meter is €2,300. Additionally, personal consumption in a tiny house is lower than in a detached house, leading to reduced electricity and heating oil consumption. Smaller land requirements also result in lower expenses, benefiting both your budget and environmental sustainability.

Living in a tiny house requires focusing on the essentials. Most tiny houses are limited to a maximum of two rooms: an open living, dining, and kitchen area, a small bathroom, and a small sleeping area. In a tiny house, you'll need to forgo luxuries and extensive furnishings, learning to find compromises.This lifestyle appeals to many, as life becomes more manageable, and you focus on the essentials, rethinking and minimizing your consumption. Additionally, tiny houses are usually on wheels, allowing mobility and the ability to change your residence. This means you can move with the sun, for example, and enjoy Portugal's diverse landscapes while preserving nature.

There are, of course, some requirements that must be observed in Portugal — even if mobility might suggest otherwise. Like any other house, a tiny house or micro-house requires a building license in Portugal. This license allows the owner to insure the house and even sell it later.

Even if the house is placed on wheels with a trailer and could therefore be considered a mobile home, a permit is still required — especially for tax purposes. The house is only considered temporary accommodation if it has no foundations and is not connected to public utilities such as electricity, water, and sewage.

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In Portugal, if a structure is intended for human use, or has the characteristics of a building or installation, or is fixed to or embedded in the ground, or has a permanent nature, it is considered an urban development measure — and therefore requires authorization.

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This is especially important to know for anyone wishing to start a tiny house project in Portugal.