Ready for freedom? Budgeting for your first home? Is it time to downsize? Looking to invest in your first rental property? Our craft homes offer right-sized livable luxury tailored to your needs with exceptional quality and style always at the forefront.
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The magic of Wind River homes is that they meet the very real needs of very real people. Some might see a tiny home, but we see a creative home addition, an in-law apartment, a future rental property, and a brilliant investment. A housing solution for now that’s an investment for the future.
The state of the market has made buying a first home more difficult than ever before. That’s where we come in.
Aging and changing needs require us to rethink our housing solutions, and Wind River homes are a great option when it’s time to downsize.
Real estate investments and passive income are a smart financial move, especially when the property can serve a greater purpose before becoming a rental.
Traditional construction is notorious for overpromising and underdelivering. Increased timelines and cost are common with weather delays and the challenge of coordinating numerous subcontractors with competing schedules. As this NY Times article discusses, traditional construction is the only industry of its size that is becoming less efficient over time. It's time to innovate. Wind River combines the advantages of off-site construction with our commitment to excellence of both design and craftsmanship – an ideal solution for your home or development project.
The chart below describes the key differences in our two product lines. Understanding the parameters of each will help us determine which pathway suits your project best.
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Design. Build. Deliver. Wind River is your fully integrated one-stop-shop, from pre-construction design to the expert coordination of shipping.
Complimentary discovery phase to explore the unique parameters and constraints of your project to determine compatibility.
Pre-construction design services for a fully custom and branded design, including tailored deliverables and custom quoting.
Collaboration between all parties to green light your project with full confidence.
Seamless transition into the construction phase and weekly photo updates of progress.
Coordination with the nation’s top modular/volume logistics partners to ship your homes safely to the site.
We’re committed to building the right solution for our customers. Wind River has shipped homes all across the US, including Alaska and Hawaii. Click on your state to learn more about how we build with you in mind, and any notable tiny home legislation or tips that may be helpful on your journey.
We want to equip you with all the info you need to make the best housing decisions for you and the people you love. Follow the links below for more details about financing, maintenance, and more.
Get answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about Wind River builds, financing, and our design-build-deliver process.
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We’re glad you asked. First, check out our Get Ready to Go Tiny tips for planning and financing. Then pick a Wind River model that best suits you and get in touch with us to see how we can custom-configure and design your home to be a perfect fit. We’re always happy to discuss any questions or concerns you have along the way. After a contract is signed and your spot in our build timeline is secured, we’ll dig into the finer design details. Everything will be finalized with your approval before construction on your home begins. From there, you can sit back and relax as we build your home—we’ll send you weekly photo updates so you can see it all come together. The final step is arranging delivery, which we’ll walk you through. From there, it’s up to you to move in, make it yours, and start enjoying the freedom of tiny living.
We recommend using a 3rd-party professional mover when transporting your tiny home, especially if it’s only moved on rare occasions. The tiny homes weigh between 11,000 and 21,000+ lbs and can be towed by a ¾-ton or 1-ton pickup truck. The GVWR ranges from 14,000–28,000 lbs, meaning a CDL license is required. For more information on the ins and outs of tiny home shipping, read our behind the scenes blog post here.
Without getting overly technical, we know that some people have to dive deep in order to get answers about tiny home legality and quality standards. Wind River’s tiny homes are certified as Park Model Recreational Vehicles (RV’s) by Pacific West Associates, an accredited RV engineering firm. Our tiny homes are required to be built to codes and standards set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). These codes deal with structural integrity, fire safety, and various other precautions and quality standards. These are the same standards that the RV Industry Association (RVIA) uses (RVIA is not a separate certification, only a different certifying agent).
We ship our tiny homes all across the country, and zoning ordinances vary too widely for us to be able to answer this clearly. However, we’re happy to offer guidance on the process. Most municipalities have online GIS systems that make it easy to look up the zoning of a property. You can then look at your city or county zoning code to determine what the permissible land uses are for that zoning category. You can also call your local planning department directly and ask them to help you understand the possibilities for a particular parcel. When doing so, it’s important to refer to the tiny home as a Park Model RV, built to ANSI code 119.5. For longer-term parking, the wheels can be removed and stored and the home can be set up on blocks or a pier foundation, if desired.
Searching for private land for your tiny home? Most of our customers find success outside of city limits. For instance, land that is zoned agricultural tends to have fewer restrictions. A realtor should be able to provide insight here. Check out our resource blog on navigating your local ordinances, as well as this post on Living Legally in a Tiny Home for more helpful info.
Modular homes are allowed anywhere that traditional construction of single family homes and/or ADUs are allowed. This is because modular homes abide by the same compliance requirements and are built to state residential building code. However, you will need to abide by any and all local regulations in your area. Primarily, this includes setback requirements and minimum square footage requirements, if there are any. Setbacks will be listed on the site survey for your property, and minimum square footage requirements will be listed in the local zoning laws. As part of your due diligence, a feasibility study should be performed to outline the building parameters for your particular lot.
Get a glimpse of what Wind River living and stays are actually like. Read about our builds from real-life customers, the actual humans who own, live in, rent, and visit Wind River modular and tiny homes.
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Not sure which is right for you – tiny home on wheels or modular? Wondering about our different finishes and customization options? Just want to chat with a real human about all things Wind River? We’d love to talk with you.
Looking for inspiration as you plan your right-sized living project? Take a closer look with our interactive map, fuel your creativity with our catalog, or explore our modular ADU models.
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