It is best to have a chat with your council or a building certifier about what needs to be done to build a home in your area. Below are a number of considerations when going through this process:

Route analysis: Our sales team will be able to advise if a Tiny Home will be suitable for your specific block based on site access. Most transport companies can complete a route analysis for a small fee. This will provide you confident that the home can be delivered to your site & will assist with understanding your costs.

Site Survey & site plan: This is plotting the home on your site with the setback’s council require.

Soil test: A local Geotech firm can complete a soil test for you. This will determine the type of ground and footing detail required.

Wind rating: You need to check the wind speed for your site. If your council cannot provide this information a local Geotech firm may be able to assist. Our Tiny homes are designed up to N3 wind rating.

Bush fire attack level assessment: Once your home is plotted on the land, you will need a Bushfire assessment to determine if any upgrades are required. If upgrades are required, you will need to notify your Summit point of contact to include in your contract.

Energy rating: We have consulted with LBS (Energy Certifier) during the design stages of our Tiny Homes. Once your home has been plotted on your site you will require an Energy Certification for council approval. This will be required to obtain a building permit.

Services: Speak to your local council about what services and requirements are specific to your local area. Specifics to consider, is there a connection to mains sewer and water or will you require septics and a water tank. Septics will require a separate health application to council before our building permit will be issued.

Building permit: Once the above has been completed, a Building License application can be submitted to your local council for assessment. Alternatively, if you are looking for assistance with the above, you may contact the below organisations who can assist these works at an additional cost: Energy Certification LBS Engineers Certification Prompt Engineering Developed Planners/Surveyors.

Finance: To get started working on your Tiny Home project, we require a non-refundable PPA fee of $3,000 to be paid. Upon receipt of the fee, we will request a route analysis for transport to ensure the Tiny Home can reach your site followed by a BAL assessment & site survey. Our Sales Professionals and in house finance team can assist with any questions regarding financing your modular build.

Bushfire upgrades: We have upgrade options available to build up to BAL 29. The costs are noted on our price list.

Site preparation & access: It is your responsibility to clear any trees and prepare the site for footings and house delivery for all weather access. A clear access path is required for the trucks to deliver your home.

Services to your new home: It is your responsibility to bring services to the new home by engaging with a qualified electrician & plumber to provide connections to the location of your new home. Your home will be constructed in our production yard fully wired and plumbed ready for connection on site. Depending on council services in your area, you may be required to install a septic system and submit the relevant health application with your local council.

Crane hire: Some sites due to access restrictions may require a crane for installation. Depending on your location, a crane may need to travel a long distance and can add to the cost.

Landscaping and driveways: Allow budget to completed landscaping, fencing and driveways if required.

Transportation and installation: These are additional expenses that will be calculated based on the location of your block.

Expect your Tiny Home to be built within 16 weeks from council approval, followed by onsite installation for transport, connection, and any additional features such as alfresco’s or carports. Depending on requirements this may result in up to another 3-4 weeks onsite for completion depending on complexities of your requirements.

For those in the Perth metro area, Tiny Home suitability is dependant on the site and council requirements. Our sales consultants can advise you on this.

Yes, Tiny Homes are perfectly suited for regional locations with ample access.

At this time, Summit Tiny Homes are only available within WA.

The Tiny Home products provide a choice of colour scheme from a set selection. Designs and layouts are fixed to our 6 standard display models. This allows us to provide fixed construction time frame and cost.

The biggest hurdle is site access. This will be determined in an early consultation to ensure that this is clearly understood before you proceed with an order. Many local councils attended our industry launch event and are familiar with our product range.