THINK tiny HOMES
NORTHUMBERLAND
Think Tiny Homes Northumberland is a chapter of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland that is developing a micro-village concept of tiny homes in an effort to help address the affordable housing crisis in our area.
Volunteer Opportunities
WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! Do you have experience in architecture, planning, building, real estate, fundraising, law, and policy development? If you are interested in volunteering with Think Tiny Homes Northumberland, we would love to hear from you! TTHN committee members commit 3 to 5 hours per month to build Northumberland County’s first tiny home microvillage.
To learn more about how to get involved, please email thinktinyhomes@gmail.com and tell us about yourself and why you’re interested in tiny homes.
More about TTHN
Tiny homes are smaller than usual living space that challenges traditional concepts of a housing layout. Most people have seen small apartments or wheeled homes on a trailer, but there are many variants.
For the purpose of our first project Think Tiny Homes Northumberland (TTHN) is defining a tiny house as a non-mobile build with a maximum square footage of 650 square feet.
Our initial project will be a micro village concept. This proposed build would involve a single parcel of land developed to accommodate several living spaces in common buildings with shared outdoor space. Such a model allows for a diversity of ownership and community interactions.
As a chapter of Habitat for Humanity our focus will be on builds that result in homeownership. This does not mean that we are opposed to rental opportunities that involve tiny homes, but rather that our initial project will pursue homeownership as an outcome.
TTHN is committed to coordinating and aligning projects with the County’s affordable housing strategy.
For more information about TTHN - go to our Facebook page
Frequently asked questions
What is a tiny home?
What is the purpose of Think Tiny Homes Northumberland?
What kind of tiny homes is Think Tiny Homes Northumberland building?
What’s the difference between mobile homes and tiny homes?
Where are they going to be located? And are you building in other areas in Northumberland?
Our initial project is slated for Port Hope. As our project develops we will also be looking for ways to help independent projects move forward in other communities in the county.
Why was Port Hope chosen as the location?
Is there any connection with the County’s effort to provide affordable housing?
Are Tiny homes currently allowed by housing regulations? Will your committee have to campaign for an exception?
Are they to be sold or rented?
As a chapter of Habitat for Humanity our focus will be on builds that result in homeownership. This does not mean that we are opposed to rental opportunities that involve tiny homes, but rather that our initial project will pursue homeownership as an outcome.
When can I get a tiny home?
Who are these Tiny Homes for?
TTHN focuses on helping those who would otherwise not have access to home ownership. As an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, we would use their robust and established application and selection process. We aim to provide options to those who may otherwise not be able to afford a traditional Habitat Home (e.g., single-parent households, those on ODSP, etc).
How can I help?