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Committee hears wide testimony on tiny homes, building codes and tax treatment
Summary
House Bill 16‑81 would define "innovative housing structures"—including tiny houses, tiny houses on wheels and yurts—for use as single‑family or accessory dwelling units, set permitting and inspection rules, and propose tax and assessment treatment. Supporters cited affordability; assessors and municipal officials said taxation and statutory cross‑references need substantial work.
The committee took testimony on House Bill 16‑81, which establishes definitions and standards for tiny houses, tiny houses on wheels and yurts and allows their use as single‑family homes or accessory dwelling units.
Representative Michael Aaron, the bill’s sponsor, said the legislation provides definitions, inspection and permitting requirements and authorizes municipal property‑tax assessments and transportation regulation…
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