Letter opposes tiny homes
Stephenville OKS tiny homes
Despite a letter signed by five residents of Brook Street in opposition to tiny homes, the Stephenville town council approved permits for the start of the development recently.
Sean and Renee Hickey were approved a permit to construct two single tiny homes at 35-3 and 35-9 Brook St., subject to complying with all town regulations and approval by Service Newfoundland and Labrador.
Mayor Tom Rose said the letter of opposition stated the tiny homes would not fit in with the esthetics of the neighborhood. However, he said in talking to the developers the quality of these homes would actually add to the esthetics.
“Tiny homes are trending across the country and I think having them in our town will put Stephenville on the map,” he said.
Rose said this development will help in the diversification of the community, as they are
ideal for a retirement home or a summer home.
“I’m proud that as a council we are moving this forward,” he said.
Coun. Mike Tobin said that at a recent Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador meeting he attended, he was questioned by representatives of the towns of Torbay and Portugal Cove-st. Philip’s about Stephenville proceeding with tiny home development.
“It’s not just us, other towns are interested in it,” he said.