Free Tiny Home Plans
We here at Tubbs Construction specialize building Tiny homes here in Butte County. One great reason is Butte County offers 3 free Tiny home plans, which can save you big money. Take advantage of our preapproved Plans for Tiny homes Butte county
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Small Residential Homes. These Plans were thoughtfully designed to meet your needs while ensuring compliance with all current State and County codes and regulations.
Many property owners are interested in building tiny houses or tiny homes to house themselves or to rent out. These Small homes
can provide much-needed cost-effective and energy-efficient housing, and can be a creative solution to the current
housing crisis. Tiny homes may also be a good choice for use as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), a residence that
is accessory to the primary residence (Butte County Code Section 24-172).
Below are visuals of Butte County Tiny home plans that are free to the public. For more information Click Here
To download a PDF of these Butte County Tiny Home Plans Click Here
What guides the design
Tiny homes Butte county
– Site-responsive design: Orienting for sun and shade, capturing daylight, and shaping rooflines for solar—while managing wind, noise, and views.
– Energy modeling early: Using simulations to right-size insulation, windows, and mechanical systems before a single wall goes up.
– Passive-first strategy: Shading, overhangs, window placement, and natural ventilation reduce loads so smaller systems can do more with less.
High-performance envelope
– Continuous insulation and air barriers: Exterior rigid insulation and meticulous air sealing minimize thermal bridges and drafts.
– Advanced framing: Optimized stud spacing and insulated headers increase R-values while reducing material use.
– High-performance windows and doors: Low-U, appropriate SHGC, and proper flashing; installed with attention to air and water continuity.
– Moisture management: Rainscreen claddings, capillary breaks, and smart vapor control to keep assemblies dry and durable.
– Foundation and slab detailing: Underslab and edge insulation, radon-ready where needed, and robust water control.
Efficient, all-electric systems
– Right-sized HVAC: Inverter-driven heat pumps for heating and cooling; ducts inside conditioned space; room-by-room load calculations.
– Balanced ventilation: ERVs/HRVs provide fresh, filtered air with heat and moisture recovery for superior indoor air quality.
– Domestic hot water: Heat pump water heaters, recirculation controls, and optional drain-water heat recovery.
– Appliances and lighting: Induction cooking, ENERGY STAR appliances, all-LED lighting with smart controls.
– Smart home integration: Thermostats, sensors, and energy monitoring to fine-tune performance.
Renewables and readiness
– Solar-ready roof design or turnkey PV installation, with provisions for future expansion.
– Battery storage and EV charging rough-ins to support resilience and electrified living.
– Load management panels to prioritize critical circuits during outages.
Renewables and readiness
– Solar-ready roof design or turnkey PV installation, with provisions for future expansion.
– Battery storage and EV charging rough-ins to support resilience and electrified living.
– Load management panels to prioritize critical circuits during outages.
Water stewardship
– High-efficiency fixtures and WaterSense-rated fittings.
– Smart, zoned irrigation with drought-tolerant, native landscaping.
– Rainwater capture and on-site infiltration where codes allow.
– Plumbing design that shortens hot-water runs, reduces wait time, and minimizes wasted water.
– Optional greywater systems depending on jurisdiction.
Waste reduction and precision building
– Panelized or prefabricated elements when beneficial for quality and waste reduction.
– Jobsite sorting, recycling, and take-back programs; careful takeoffs to avoid over-ordering.
– Deconstruction practices to salvage usable materials.
Verification and accountability
– Blower-door and duct-leakage testing to verify airtightness and system performance.
– Infrared imaging and commissioning to catch issues before handover.
– Collaboration with independent energy raters; when clients request, Tubbs Construction can pursue third-party programs such as ENERGY STAR, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home, LEED for Homes, or Passive House.
Resilience built in
– Assemblies and detailing for wildfire, wind, flood, or freeze conditions as relevant to site.
– Passive survivability strategies—high insulation, natural ventilation, and thermal mass—so homes stay safer during outages.
– Durable, repairable materials and shaded mechanicals to extend service life.
A clear, homeowner-friendly handoff
– Owner orientation and manuals covering systems, filters, and maintenance schedules.
– Performance data and utility benchmarks, with guidance on living comfortably and efficiently.
– Warranty support and post-occupancy check-ins to confirm the home performs as designed.
Typical performance goals Tubbs Construction targets when feasible include very low air leakage, low energy use intensity, and HERS ratings well below code-built homes—with the option to achieve net-zero energy when solar is included. The result is a home that costs less to run, feels better to live in, and treads more lightly on the planet. Contact us today and own your own Tiny homes Butte county