Tiny houses and alternative homes are gaining councils' approval as they wrestle with the housing crisis
Soaring rates of housing stress are forcing Australians to explore new options and 41 per cent of Australian councils have approved alternative housing for permanent dwelling. But amid the hype, don't forget tiny homes must still comply with local laws.
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### Response: Soaring rates of housing stress are forcing Australians to explore new options and 41 per cent of Australian councils have approved alternative housing for permanent dwelling. But amid the hype, don't forget tiny homes must still comply with local laws.