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Is Your Property Right for a Laneway Tiny Home?

BlogsFebruary 2, 2026115Views 0Likes 0Comments

Before diving into designs and finishes, the first (and most important) question is simple: is your property actually suitable for a Laneway tiny home? While laneway homes are becoming more widely approved, not every property qualifies. Understanding the basics early can save time, money, and frustration. Laneway Access Is Key To build a laneway tiny home, your…

Lakeshore Launches Housing Grant Program

PressJanuary 21, 2026207Views 0Likes 0Comments

This week, Lakeshore launched a new grant and incentive program to support the creation of accessible, affordable, and missing middle housing in the municipality. Funds are provided as grants, rebates, or forgivable loans, depending on the type and style of housing being built. Incentives range from $2,500 to $80,000 in value per unit of housing built.…

Why a Tiny Home for Your Parents or Your Kids Makes Sense

BlogsJanuary 2, 2026366Views 0Likes 0Comments

As housing prices climb and families look for smarter, more flexible living arrangements, tiny homes have become an increasingly popular solution — especially for parents or adult children. Whether it’s helping aging parents stay close or giving your kids a more affordable start, a tiny home creates independence without the financial strain of traditional housing. Here’s…

Pictured are: Hailey Flynn, Administrator, Dan Radmore, President, and Andrew Folkeringa, Project Manager, of Laneway Homes at the info session they hosted last Tuesday evening at the Essex Arena.

Laneway Homes’ info session outlined process of building Additional Dwelling Units

PressDecember 5, 2025415Views 0Likes 0Comments

They may be considered tiny homes, but for many, Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) are the big answer to getting a space of their own in a challenging housing market. With ADUs being a relatively newer concept to add to the existing housing stock, Laneway Homes hosted an information session at the Essex Centre Sports Complex last…

Family Life in a Tiny Home – Is It Possible?

BlogsDecember 2, 2025381Views 0Likes 0Comments

When most people imagine tiny homes, they often picture a minimalist individual or a couple enjoying the freedom of a downsized lifestyle. But what about families? Can kids and parents really live—and thrive—in a small space? The answer is yes. While living in a tiny home with a family requires creativity and adaptability, it also…

Renting vs. Owning a Tiny Home – What’s Best for You?

BlogsNovember 3, 2025665Views 0Likes 0Comments

Tiny homes have become a popular lifestyle choice for people looking to simplify, save money, and live more intentionally. Whether you're exploring the charm of tiny homes Ontario offers, downsizing into a petite home, or considering a laneway house as an additional dwelling unit, you’ll eventually face an important question: should you rent or own…

Tiny Home Kitchen Hacks – How to Cook in a Small Space Without Sacrificing Function

BlogsOctober 1, 2025564Views 0Likes 0Comments

One of the most common challenges faced by people living in tiny homes, whether in rural Ontario or in urban laneway homes, is figuring out how to cook effectively in a small kitchen. With limited counter space, minimal cabinetry, and compact appliances, meal preparation might seem difficult at first. But with thoughtful planning and a…

How to Declutter and Downsize for Tiny Home Living

BlogsSeptember 2, 2025654Views 0Likes 0Comments

Moving into a tiny home is more than a change of address—it’s a shift toward a simpler, more intentional lifestyle. For those exploring tiny homes in Ontario, laneway houses in urban neighborhoods, or even petite homes in rural settings, the journey begins with one critical step: decluttering and downsizing. While the process can feel overwhelming,…

Maximizing Space in a Tiny Home – Smart Storage and Multifunctional Furniture Ideas

BlogsAugust 5, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Tiny homes, whether nestled in the heart of Ontario or part of a compact laneway suite in an urban neighborhood, offer a unique blend of charm, simplicity, and intentional living. But when space is limited, the difference between feeling cramped and feeling cozy lies in how efficiently every square inch is used. For those living…

Working With the Municipality of Chatham-Kent

Planning ResourcesApril 9, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Visit the Municipality of Chatham-Kent website for additional details. Chatham-Kent currently has grants available up to $25,000 for the creation of a new ADU! It is important to contact the Planning Services department to discuss eligibility at ckplanning@chatham-kent.ca before any work takes place.

Finance your ADU with Libro and Laneway Homes

FinancingOctober 23, 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Libro Credit Union views mortgages as an investment in your future, helping you build equity and financial confidence while aiming for faster repayment. As a Certified B Corporation®, Libro reinvests 100% of its profits into southwestern Ontario’s people, businesses, and communities. By banking with Libro, you contribute to this mission. Their mortgage options include profit…

For Investors

FinancingOctober 23, 202486KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Tiny Homes can be an excellent investment opportunity. Click the link to see a financial breakdown of a standard 1 bedroom, or 2 bedroom tiny home.

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Laneway Homes

Is Your Property Right for a Laneway Tiny Home?

Lakeshore Launches Housing Grant Program

Why a Tiny Home for Your Parents or Your Kids Makes Sense

Laneway Homes’ info session outlined process of building Additional Dwelling Units

Family Life in a Tiny Home – Is It Possible?

Renting vs. Owning a Tiny Home – What’s Best for You?

Tiny Home Kitchen Hacks – How to Cook in a Small Space Without Sacrificing Function

How to Declutter and Downsize for Tiny Home Living

Maximizing Space in a Tiny Home – Smart Storage and Multifunctional Furniture Ideas

Working With the Municipality of Chatham-Kent

Finance your ADU with Libro and Laneway Homes

For Investors

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