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Burns Park RV Park and Campground
North Little Rock, AR
Municipal RV park inside Burns Park with full hookups, widely used by long-term travelers and workers; confirm extended-stay monthly rates directly with the park.
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Tiny Homes in Little Rock, Arkansas
Tiny homes in Little Rock, Arkansas — zoning rules, THOW parking, builder costs, and what you need to know before buying.
Last researched April 2026
$32,000 – $140,000
Builder cost range
6
Builders serving area
202,591
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Why Little Rock
Little Rock is Arkansas's capital and largest city, sitting at the crossroads of the Ouachita foothills, the Arkansas River, and the Delta. The climate is humid subtropical with hot summers, mild winters, and plenty of spring storms; outdoor culture is a big draw thanks to the Arkansas River Trail, Pinnacle Mountain State Park, and quick access to the Ouachita National Forest. Land prices are moderate by Southern-city standards — notably cheaper than Fayetteville or Nashville — and nearby Pulaski, Saline, and Lonoke counties offer plentiful rural acreage. The tiny-home scene is the most active in Arkansas, propelled by the 2025 ADU ordinance, the Hanger Hill pilot, and a growing base of local builders and designers who now have a much clearer regulatory path thanks to Act 313.
Zoning & Placement
As of April 2026, Little Rock regulates tiny homes through its adopted International Residential Code and its zoning/UDC framework. Foundation-built tiny homes that meet the IRC minimums and a residential district's dimensional standards are permitted as single-family dwellings or accessory dwelling units; tiny homes on wheels are classified as recreational vehicles and are not permitted as full-time primary dwellings on most residential lots, with long-term THOW residency limited to licensed RV parks or conditional-use siting.
Little Rock's Board of Directors adopted an interim ADU ordinance on August 19, 2025 in response to Arkansas Act 313 of 2025. Under that framework, one ADU is permitted by right on any lot containing a single-family home, ADUs must be on a permanent foundation, and they are capped at 1,000 sq ft or 75% of the primary dwelling (whichever is smaller). An ADU cannot be built on a lot before the primary single-family home is in place. A permanent ADU ordinance is being developed; the Hanger Hill pilot tiny-house project, also advanced in August 2025, shows the city's willingness to explore dedicated tiny-home siting on specific parcels.
Pulaski County applies its own rules for rural acreage outside city limits, and THOW siting on private land is often more practical there than in the city. Verify current requirements with your local planning department before purchasing land or beginning construction.
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.
ADU & Backyard Tiny Homes
Little Rock adopted an interim ADU ordinance on August 19, 2025 to comply with Arkansas Act 313 of 2025 (effective January 2026). One ADU is now permitted by right on any single-family lot, with a maximum size of 1,000 sq ft or 75% of the primary dwelling (whichever is smaller), application fees capped at $250, and no city-imposed requirements for additional parking, owner occupancy, or matching exterior design. ADUs must be on a permanent foundation, and an ADU cannot be placed on a lot before the single-family primary dwelling exists on that lot. Foundation-built tiny homes that satisfy the adopted IRC minimums qualify as ADUs on conforming Little Rock lots; tiny homes on wheels do not qualify and must be sited as RVs. A permanent ADU ordinance is being drafted; the Hanger Hill tiny-house pilot, advanced by the Board of Directors in August 2025, indicates the city is exploring dedicated tiny-home siting in addition to the standard ADU pathway. Contact Little Rock Planning and Development for current application procedures.
Where to Park
Communities, RV parks, and parking options in and near Little Rock.
Little Rock does not permit tiny homes on wheels as full-time primary dwellings on most residential lots — the city classifies them as RVs. Long-term THOW dwellers in the Little Rock metro typically choose between established RV parks (Burns Park RV Park and Campground in North Little Rock, Cherokee Lakes RV Park, Trails End RV Park, Hidden Grove RV Park, and J B's RV Park & Campground are among the options commonly cited for extended stays) and private rural acreage in Pulaski, Saline, or Lonoke counties where zoning is more permissive. Burns Park RV Park in North Little Rock is a particularly popular long-term option given its location inside one of the largest municipal parks in the country, with full hookups and proximity to downtown; monthly rates and extended-stay policies should be confirmed directly with each park. H&G RV Park in Hazen, about 50 miles east on I-40, offers 50-amp full-hookup sites in a quieter rural setting for travelers passing through or staying longer. For private-land THOW placement, Pulaski County parcels outside the city typically allow an RV to be occupied while a permanent dwelling is built, but permanent THOW residency usually requires a conditional-use permit or a lot with appropriate RV/manufactured housing zoning. Always confirm septic and setback rules with the relevant county planning office before committing.
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H&G RV Park
Hazen, AR (~50 miles east of Little Rock on I-40)
Locally owned park with 50-amp hookups, water, sewer, and a quiet rural setting a mile south of I-40.
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Hanger Hill tiny-house pilot
Little Rock, AR
City-backed tiny-house pilot project advanced by the Little Rock Board of Directors in August 2025; site-specific rules apply. Confirm current status with Little Rock Planning and Development.
Builders Serving Arkansas
Deer Valley Homebuilders
Guin, Alabama
Guin, Alabama manufacturer of energy-efficient manufactured and modular homes, founded in 2004. Operates a 200,000-square-foot facility and has produced 15,000+ homes across 18 states. Offers a "Cozy Cabins" tiny-home line within its Signature series, built to HUD code or state modular standards. Member of the Alabama Manufactured Housing Association. Active as of May 2026.
Prefab / modular Manufactured homes Foundation builds Tiny homes
Service areas: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia
Eagle Homes
Springdale, Arkansas
Northwest Arkansas tiny home builder and small-home community operator with three locations: Eagle Homes on Ford in Springdale (currently accepting new orders as of May 2026), Eagle Homes on Monte Ne in Rogers, and Eagle Homes on Olive in Rogers. Builds compact one-bedroom, one-bath homes of roughly 400 sq ft set on permanent foundations within planned communities, and also delivers tiny homes to customer-owned land elsewhere in NWA. Pricing for community placements starts at approximately $95,000 (community lot configurations vary).
Park models Tiny homes Foundation builds Custom builds
Service areas: Arkansas
Evergreen Tiny Homes
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Northwest Arkansas-based stick-built tiny home and ADU contractor serving Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, and the surrounding NWA region. Locally owned with over two decades of custom home-building experience. Builds tiny homes, attached and detached ADUs, pool houses, granny flats, garage conversions, and backyard offices on the customer's property — turnkey from permitting and design through completion. Stick-built on permanent foundation rather than factory-prefab, allowing custom permitting paths under NWA city ordinances.
ADU Foundation builds Custom builds
Service areas: Arkansas
Great Lakes Tiny Home
Baltic, Ohio
Baltic, Ohio-based manufacturer of RVIA-certified Park Model homes and custom prefab tiny homes. Delivers turnkey builds across all 48 contiguous US states including Michigan, Minnesota, and New Jersey. Maintains dedicated Minnesota, Michigan, and New Jersey location pages. ANSI A119.5 certified; on-site delivery, crane, and setup services available. Price range approximately $75,000–$180,000 depending on model and site work (as of May 2026).
Park models THOW Prefab / modular Custom builds
Service areas: Arkansas, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ohio, Nationwide
New Candle Cottages
Spiro, Oklahoma
Spiro-based New Candle Cottages builds handcrafted tiny houses with professional construction standards and personalized touches. Its site lists Oklahoma and Arkansas service areas, custom builds, model homes, showroom contact details, and a delivery-and-setup process.
Custom builds Tiny homes
Service areas: Oklahoma, Arkansas
Pratt Homes
Tyler, Texas
Tyler, Texas-based Pratt Homes serves Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Arkansas with modular homes, prefab homes, cottages, manufactured homes, and tiny houses. Its tiny-house catalog includes 399-square-foot park model designs such as Sweet Escape, and the company describes options for Oklahoma buyers in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Norman.
Prefab / modular Park models Custom builds Tiny homes
Service areas: Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas
Costs
A comparison between tiny-home living and conventional homeownership in Little Rock.
Tiny home path
Builder cost range $32,000 – $140,000
Estimated monthly total $575–$1,000/mo
Traditional home path
Median home price $235,000
Estimated monthly total $2,000–$2,600/mo
Potential monthly savings
$1,200–$1,900/mo
Source: Zillow, Redfin, RentCafe (March/April 2026)
Resources
Verified links for planning, permitting, and community connections in Little Rock.
Common Questions
Can I live full-time in a tiny home on wheels in Little Rock?
As of April 2026, Little Rock classifies THOWs as recreational vehicles and does not permit them as full-time primary dwellings on most residential lots. Long-term THOW residency is generally limited to licensed RV parks (Burns Park RV Park in North Little Rock is a popular option) or to rural acreage in Pulaski, Saline, or Lonoke counties where zoning allows and septic can be permitted.
Can I build a backyard ADU in Little Rock?
Yes. Little Rock adopted an interim ADU ordinance in August 2025 that allows one ADU by right on any single-family lot, consistent with Arkansas Act 313 of 2025. ADUs must be on a permanent foundation and are capped at 1,000 sq ft or 75% of the primary dwelling (whichever is smaller). Application fees are capped at $250, and the city cannot require extra parking, owner occupancy, or matching exterior design.
What does a tiny home cost in Little Rock?
As of 2026, foundation-built tiny homes in the Little Rock area generally run $32,000 for a basic shell up to $140,000+ for a fully custom unit, with Park Model RVs in the $45,000–$80,000 range. Land costs are moderate in the city and notably cheaper in surrounding counties.
What is the Hanger Hill tiny-house project?
In August 2025, the Little Rock Board of Directors advanced a tiny-house pilot plan in the Hanger Hill neighborhood alongside the new ADU ordinance. The project is site-specific and indicates the city's willingness to explore dedicated tiny-home siting beyond the standard ADU pathway. Confirm current status and rules with Little Rock Planning and Development.
Is there a minimum dwelling size in Little Rock?
Little Rock enforces its adopted IRC, which sets a 120 sq ft minimum habitable space for a dwelling. Zoning districts also impose setbacks, lot coverage, and utility-connection standards. Confirm the current adopted IRC edition and any Appendix Q status with Little Rock Planning and Development.
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