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Land Surveys for Tiny Home and Alternative Housing Projects in Texas

Small Homes, Big Potential—But You Still Need to Survey

Tiny homes. Modular units. Shipping container builds. RV villages. Across Texas, alternative housing is no longer fringe—it’s a growing solution to high costs, flexible living, and land optimization. But while these homes may be smaller, the legal, zoning, and land-use requirements are just as complex.

Before installing even one unit, you need a professional land survey to ensure your project is safe, compliant, and scalable.

At South Texas Surveying, we help developers, investors, and landowners turn small-footprint housing ideas into reality—with surveys designed to support planning, permitting, and long-term growth.

Why Tiny Home Developments Require Surveys

Alternative housing models are often built on raw land, subdivided parcels, or converted RV or trailer sites. These scenarios come with challenges:

• 📏 Lot division and density limits

• ⚠️ Zoning and use restrictions

• 🚧 Drainage and floodplain compliance

• 🧱 Setback and utility connection planning

• 🛣️ Access roads, easements, and fire lanes

📎 Whether you're placing one home or developing a whole village, a survey helps you stay within the law and ahead of complications.

Survey Types That Support Small-Footprint Housing Projects

Survey TypeWhy It Matters for Tiny Homes or Modular HousingBoundary SurveyConfirms total site area and usable build spaceSubdivision PlattingNeeded to divide large parcels into legal lots for multiple unitsTopographic SurveyMaps terrain and slope to support grading, pad placement, and drainageImprovement SurveyShows existing structures and ensures proper setbacks and spacingEasement & Access SurveysVerifies legal roads, shared driveways, and utility corridors

Who Should Get a Survey Before Building or Placing Units?

• 🏗️ Developers building entire communities or resort-style villages

• 🏡 Landowners placing one or more modular or mobile units

• 💼 Real estate investors buying rural or suburban land for alternative housing

• 🛻 RV park operators converting to long-term tiny home leases

• 📜 Property managers handling leasing, utility setup, or permitting

Where These Projects Are Taking Off in Texas

• Montgomery & Liberty Counties: Rural parcels being used for off-grid and container builds

• Waller & Brazoria Counties: Land-rich areas welcoming affordable, high-density solutions

• Pasadena & East Houston: Redevelopment of RV parks and small-lot housing

• Conroe & Magnolia: Investor interest in rental-based tiny home communities

• Galveston County: Coastal villages offering minimalist beachfront living

Why Skipping a Survey Can Derail Your Project

• ❌ Unpermitted structures encroaching on setbacks or easements

• ❌ Missed floodplain compliance causing drainage or insurance issues

• ❌ Disputes over access roads or shared infrastructure

• ❌ Inability to sell or lease units due to platting errors

• ❌ Legal issues from incorrect utility tie-ins or zoning violations

📎 Building smaller doesn't mean cutting corners—it means getting everything exactly right.

Why Alternative Builders Trust South Texas Surveying

✔️ Fast surveys for small builds, phased projects, and rural parcels
✔️ Deep experience with subdivision, platting, and zoning coordination
✔️ Trusted by developers, title companies, and landowners
✔️ Serving Harris, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Liberty, Galveston, and Waller counties

📞 Planning a tiny home village or alternative housing site? Call South Texas Surveying first.

For Tiny Homes, Every Inch—and Every Line—Matters

Alternative housing is reshaping the Texas landscape, offering affordability, sustainability, and community. But it all starts with the land. A professional survey ensures you build smarter, stay compliant, and scale successfully.

📍 Connect with South Texas Surveying today to map out your next creative housing project.