Tiny home land in Amelia County, VA
What Amelia County records say about the land, and what you'll need to check with the county yourself.
Zoning codes you'll see
| Code | Share of lots |
|---|---|
| RP-5 | 34% |
| A-5 | 24% |
| RR-3 | 16% |
| B-1 | 6% |
| R-1 | 5% |
| MHS | 3% |
| ER-1 | 2% |
| R-5 | 2% |
6% of lots we sampled have no zoning code on record.
A plain-language summary of what each zone allows for tiny homes is coming soon. Until then, ask county planning what a code allows for your build type.
The land
Land area355 sq mi
Typical lot size5.1 acres
Lots 1 acre or larger80%
Lots outside the flood zone95%
Based on a sample of 100 lots from county records. Typical lot size is the median.
Ask county planning before you buy
- Is a tiny home on wheels (THOW) allowed as a full-time dwelling, or only as an RV for limited stays?
- What is the minimum dwelling size in this zone?
- Has the county adopted Appendix Q of the IRC for tiny houses?
- What does a septic permit need here: perc test, minimum lot size, setbacks?
- Does a well need a permit, and is there a minimum lot size for one?
- Does the lot have legal road access, and who maintains the road?
Get answers in writing when you can. Rules change, and a phone answer won't help you at a permit hearing.
This page summarizes county records and is not legal advice. Zoning is never a guarantee. Verify with Amelia County planning before you buy.