Old Town Clovis becoming a hot spot for tiny homes. Others come to see how it's done
January didn't hesitate when he heard about the program. He said it will serve two purposes by providing additional rental income but also be a place for a caregiver to stay. He built the cottage next door to his father's home.
"This has worked out really well," he said. "And even if there are a few hiccups here and there, the city is easy to work with."
He is nearly finished with the cozy home. Three columns hold up a low roof that provides shade for the front door. Inside is the living area and kitchen. There is space for a stackable washer and dyer and a bedroom with a bathroom.
January handled most of the construction himself. He's a high school wood shop and auto shop teacher, so skills and tools were not an issue for him.
January handled most of the construction himself. He's a high school wood shop and auto shop teacher, so skills and tools were not an issue for him.
"If you have the space, it really is a win-win situation," he said. "And from a dollars and cents perspective, if the city is letting you put another house on your property, you can't go wrong."
January plans to rent the tiny house for about $700 to $800 until he needs it for his father. January said his dad is adamant about not moving to a rest home, so when the time comes that his father needs extra help, the small house will be used by a caregiver.
"I've had a lot of people drive by and ask me about renting the home, so I know there is a demand out there," he said.
Details
For more information about the Cottage Home Program, email Clovis city planning technician Maria Spera at cottagehomes@cityofclovis.com.
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