Mitchcraft's Extra-Wide Tiny Home Redefines Compact Living for Client Kay
Mitchcraft Tiny Homes has completed an extra-wide tiny home for a client named Kay. The 380-square-foot dwelling stretches 10 feet across—wider than most realtor tiny homes. Special permits were needed to tow it, as standard models usually max out at 8.5 feet.
Kay's home includes a living area with an L-shaped couch that doubles as storage. A pipe ladder leads up to a secondary loft, adding extra space. The kitchen features open shelving, a rounded counter, and a slide-out cutting board with a built-in compost hole.
The master bedroom offers two windows, ample storage, and a large closet housing a washer and dryer. Unlike many compact designs, the bathroom contains a full-sized bathtub alongside a sink vanity and toilet.
Federal rules limit tiny homes on trailers to 8.5 feet wide for interstate travel without permits. However, states like Texas, Florida, and California now provide streamlined online permits for wider models up to 14 feet. Recent law changes, such as California's AB 2221 in 2022, have also made it easier to classify smaller homes as RVs rather than permanent structures, reducing permit requirements.
The project cost around $171,000 to build.
Kay's tiny home combines extra width with full-sized amenities, from a bathtub to home goods laundry facilities. The design reflects shifting regulations that now allow more flexibility for wider mobile homes. Permit processes have become simpler in many states, making such projects more feasible.
