FM DIRECT: Shire and Site

Will the Shire Allow It?

Before choosing a site, confirm what the relevant Shire may require for the proposed use, placement and length of stay.

Rules, permits and local expectations can differ between areas. A willing landowner does not automatically mean the placement is lawful or suitable.

FM DIRECT helps identify the questions that need answers before the project moves further.

Can the Site Support It?

The land also needs to work physically.

Consider:

• Delivery and vehicle access
• Slope and ground conditions
• Drainage and water movement
• Sunlight, shade and wind
• Water, waste and power
• Toilet and grey-water options
• Stairs, decks and outdoor access
• Storage and future expansion
• Neighbours, fire risk and insurance
• Lease or occupancy conditions

Finding a Possible Site

Possible sites may be found through:

• Park My Tiny House
• Private land listings
• Rural property and leasing channels
• Local noticeboards and community groups
• Direct approaches to landowners
• Other tiny-home placement platforms

These are ways to search, not endorsements.

Any proposed placement still needs to be checked against Shire requirements, site conditions, access, services and the terms agreed with the landowner.

Built from CABO Solana

CABO Solana showed that access, drainage, power, water and the surrounding area all had to work around the home after delivery.

Start with the Shire and Site

Tell us where the home may go and what is already known about the land.

FM DIRECT does not provide legal, planning, engineering, building, plumbing, electrical or Shire approval advice.