Tiny homes on wheels: allowed in approved RV parks

Park model tiny homes in St. George, Utah

St. George classifies a tiny home on wheels as a recreational vehicle, and its zoning code names park models directly as a permitted unit inside an approved, long-term RV park. Here is what it actually requires.

Last verified: September 4, 2026

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Jurisdiction
City of St. George, Washington County, Utah
THOW acceptance status
Allowed for long-term or permanent occupancy within an approved recreational vehicle park, not on a standalone residential lot
Governing ordinance
St. George City Code, Title 10 Zoning Regulations, Chapter 17, Article A, Section 10-17A-11, RV Parks, Long and Short Term, with definitions at Section 10-2-1
Certification required
NOAH+ certification, current registration on file (every Snake River Tiny Homes model already carries <a href="/certification/">NOAH+ certification</a>)
Named permitted use
Park models are named directly in the ordinance, alongside recreational vehicles, travel trailers, motor homes and park trailers, as units allowed inside an RV park
Unit size
Recreational vehicle definition caps a qualifying unit at 400 square feet; the maximum dwelling unit allowed within an RV park is 825 square feet of total floor area

What St. George allows

St. George regulates a tiny home on wheels as a recreational vehicle, and its ordinance for RV parks explicitly covers long-term residents, not just overnight guests. Park models are named directly as a permitted unit type inside an approved park, which is the clearest citation in Washington County for this kind of placement.

  • Unit is sited within an approved recreational vehicle park, minimum 5 acres, single common ownership, in the applicable zone
  • Unit is built on a single chassis, towable, and 400 square feet or less to qualify as a recreational vehicle under the city's definition
  • Connections available for water, sewer and electricity at each space, all underground, tied to the public sewer system
  • At least 10 feet of spacing maintained between units
  • Total dwelling unit floor area, including any addition or enclosure, does not exceed 825 square feet
  • Additions or enclosures are limited to 425 square feet and regulated under the International Building Code

How the process generally works

  1. Identify a qualifying RV parkConfirm the specific RV park you're considering is an approved, licensed development under Section 10-17A-11 and is set up for long-term residents, not nightly stays only.
  2. Choose a certified modelEvery Snake River Tiny Homes <a href="/models/">model</a> already carries NOAH+ certification and ships as a genuine wheeled unit under 400 square feet, meeting St. George's recreational vehicle definition.
  3. Confirm lot terms with the parkLot ownership or lease terms, utility metering and site rules are set by the individual park, not the city directly. Confirm these details with the park before you commit to a purchase.
  4. Verify with St. George Community DevelopmentContact the city's Community Development Department to confirm current requirements for your specific space before delivery, since standards can be updated by ordinance.
  5. Deliver and connectOnce your space is confirmed, we handle delivery and placement, with the unit remaining a true wheeled, towable recreational vehicle as required by the city's definition.

Certified and ready for St. George

Every Snake River Tiny Homes <a href="/models/">model</a> already carries the NOAH+ certification St. George requires, and stays under the city's 400 square foot recreational vehicle threshold.

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St. George Community Development Department

The Community Development Department is the authoritative source for current requirements, fees and which parks are currently approved. Confirm details before purchase.

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Source and verification

This page is based on St. George City Code, Title 10 Zoning Regulations, Chapter 17, Article A, Section 10-17A-11, RV Parks, Long and Short Term, and the recreational vehicle definition at Section 10-2-1, current through Ordinance 2026-062, passed August 6, 2026.

Last verified by Snake River Tiny Homes: September 4, 2026

This page is provided for general information and is not legal advice. Zoning rules change and individual parcels or park agreements vary. Buyers should confirm current requirements directly with St. George Community Development, and with the specific park, before purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Can I live in a tiny home on wheels full time in St. George?
Yes, within an approved recreational vehicle park under Section 10-17A-11, which explicitly covers long-term as well as short-term use.
Are park models specifically allowed in St. George RV parks?
Yes. The ordinance names park models directly, alongside recreational vehicles, travel trailers, motor homes and park trailers, as permitted units inside an RV park.
Can I place a tiny home on wheels on my own residential lot in St. George?
No. Placement runs through an approved RV park rather than a standalone residential lot. Outside city limits, unincorporated Washington County follows its own separate rules, which restrict THOWs to recreation grounds and campground uses.
Do Snake River Tiny Homes models already meet St. George's requirements?
Every <a href="/dc-trailblazer/">Trailblazer</a>, <a href="/dc-outpost/">Outpost</a> and <a href="/dc-scout/">Scout</a> carries NOAH+ certification and stays under the city's 400 square foot recreational vehicle threshold. Confirming your specific space with the park and the city is still required.

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