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It is recommended that you check with your local building official on barn building requirements and rules, since size restrictions vary greatly from region to region based on what your property is zoned for. Some cities limit barn construction depending on if your property is residential or commercial. The three main factors your building commission will evaluate are:

• Height and lot coverage: How tall your barn is and how much of your total property it occupies

• Setback: Distance between barn and property line

• Easement: Legal right for another owner to access another’s property

While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.

The maximum size of a tiny home you can move depends on your state transportation guidelines, but the rule of thumb is a maximum of 400 square feet. However, as long as it falls within the local limits for traveling on public roadways, you should be good to hit the road.

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

• Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

• Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

• French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

• Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

• Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture