I have been browsing various topics in the forum for some time but so far have only come across larger construction projects: 120 sqm to 180 sqm (1300 sq ft to 1900 sq ft) or similar.
Therefore, I wonder if anyone here has experience with very, very small residential buildings?
For example: 40 sqm (430 sq ft) of living space (see Thule KuBu40), which is just enough for one person, especially if there is an accompanying garden, conservatory, etc.
Can I still expect costs roughly like the following, adapted from a response in another thread:
Land already owned
2500€/sqm (230$/sq ft): 100,000€
30,000€ for outdoor facilities
Additional construction-related costs 50,000€
No basement
So about 180,000€ in total? My goal is to have a base comparable to my apartments from the last 10 years (30–50 sqm / 320–540 sq ft), but with a private garden and a view of nature.
Unfortunately, I have not been very successful searching the forum, and on my other questions I keep getting lost in threads that are unrelated to what I am asking.
So a link to a similar project would also be very helpful.
Thanks in advance if anyone feels like responding 🙂
Therefore, I wonder if anyone here has experience with very, very small residential buildings?
For example: 40 sqm (430 sq ft) of living space (see Thule KuBu40), which is just enough for one person, especially if there is an accompanying garden, conservatory, etc.
Can I still expect costs roughly like the following, adapted from a response in another thread:
Land already owned
2500€/sqm (230$/sq ft): 100,000€
30,000€ for outdoor facilities
Additional construction-related costs 50,000€
No basement
So about 180,000€ in total? My goal is to have a base comparable to my apartments from the last 10 years (30–50 sqm / 320–540 sq ft), but with a private garden and a view of nature.
Unfortunately, I have not been very successful searching the forum, and on my other questions I keep getting lost in threads that are unrelated to what I am asking.
So a link to a similar project would also be very helpful.
Thanks in advance if anyone feels like responding 🙂
Great to see new responses here! Sorry, I needed a short break from the house building topic.
Balancing a full-time job and personal life can sometimes be a bit overwhelming when it comes to this subject (-;
I’ll get back to you in a few days with more concrete answers as soon as I have some free time.
Balancing a full-time job and personal life can sometimes be a bit overwhelming when it comes to this subject (-;
I’ll get back to you in a few days with more concrete answers as soon as I have some free time.
A brief update on why I haven’t posted much lately:
I only recently found out that there is no gas supply where I plan to place the small house.
Currently, I am looking for heating solutions that make sense for one person and a 40sqm (430 sq ft) living area.
Since I own a forest, I would consider installing a wood stove; however, I still need hot water, and there should also be an emergency heating option available in case the wood stove can’t be used (for example, hospital stays during winter or similar situations).
The groundwater is only 1.5 meters (5 feet) deep, so I initially thought about ground collectors, but heat pump systems seem too expensive for such a small house.
Do pellet heating systems make financial sense for such a small living space? What costs should I expect?
Maybe someone with a similar small project has some experience to share.
I only recently found out that there is no gas supply where I plan to place the small house.
Currently, I am looking for heating solutions that make sense for one person and a 40sqm (430 sq ft) living area.
Since I own a forest, I would consider installing a wood stove; however, I still need hot water, and there should also be an emergency heating option available in case the wood stove can’t be used (for example, hospital stays during winter or similar situations).
The groundwater is only 1.5 meters (5 feet) deep, so I initially thought about ground collectors, but heat pump systems seem too expensive for such a small house.
Do pellet heating systems make financial sense for such a small living space? What costs should I expect?
Maybe someone with a similar small project has some experience to share.
@ypg
I can imagine many don’t consider such a situation, but if you have experienced sudden illnesses in the family, you somehow always expect it.
ypg schrieb:It should be possible. When I inquired at the building authority, there was no flexibility, and there is no zoning plan for the village (only for the village entrance).
Is it allowed to build something like that or a house with a possible mono-pitched roof or wooden facade on your property?
ypg schrieb:Honestly, I always fear that despite a good education and a well-paid job (I am self-employed), I could eventually have to rely on social assistance due to illness, and as far as I know, anything over 45-50 square meters (480-540 square feet) can then be lost. Of course, it would be easier if you were a couple, as then you have 90 square meters (970 square feet).
As a main residence, I would include a basement substitute room or utility room in the planning, so around 60 or 80 square meters (645 or 860 square feet).
I can imagine many don’t consider such a situation, but if you have experienced sudden illnesses in the family, you somehow always expect it.
H
hampshire9 Aug 2021 18:36Take a look at Dometic or Alde if you really need gas. They manufacture for motorhomes and boats. Of course, you can also generate heat using electricity.
F
Fummelbrett!9 Aug 2021 20:09We produce hot water with instantaneous water heaters – despite having an oil heating system. I don’t know how often you would use an additional heater alongside the stove; if it’s only rarely, I would use an electric heater without hesitation.
Similar topics