New Jersey makes a clear distinction between permanent tiny houses (which must meet residential building codes) and park model RVs (which follow RV standards). All Zook park model homes are RVIA-certified and built to ANSI A119.5 standards, ensuring they meet national safety and construction requirements.
While placement depends on local zoning rules, park models are often easier to permit than accessory dwelling units (ADUs) or foundation-built tiny houses. They can be placed in RV parks, seasonal campgrounds, or on private property where permitted.
Explore the Interior of Our Rockwood Park Model Home
Our park model tiny homes come in a variety of designs and layouts to suit your lifestyle. Step inside the Rockwood to see what life in one of our park models can look like.
Equipped with built-in, high-efficiency cooling and ventilation systems, our park models are designed to perform reliably in the coastal, desert, and mountain climates found throughout the state.
Made for New Jersey Living
If you’re drawn to seasonal retreats along the Shore or quiet wooded escapes in the Highlands, park models are built to fit New Jersey’s vacation and short-term living needs.
Easier Setup
Because they’re classified as RVs, park models typically face fewer hurdles than permanent houses. This makes placement more straightforward, especially in New Jersey’s campgrounds, RV resorts, and seasonal communities.
RVIA Certified
Every Zook park model is built to ANSI A119.5 standards and RVIA-certified, giving you confidence that your home meets nationally recognized safety and construction guidelines.
Ready to embrace tiny living in New Jersey? Fill out our quote form with your preferred park model and any features you’re interested in. We’ll send you a personalized estimate so you can see what your tiny home might cost.
Park models are best suited for seasonal or short-term use in RV parks, campgrounds, and vacation communities. In most cases, New Jersey does not permit full-time living in a park model home. Always confirm with your local zoning office.See our guide, Tiny Home Regulations in New Jersey for details.
A tiny home on a foundation must meet IRC building codes and often local minimum size rules. A park model is built to ANSI A119.5 standards, classified as an RV, and RVIA-certified. For a deeper comparison, see our guide on Park Model Homes vs. Tiny Homes.
Most towns require permits for placement, especially if you’re adding utility hookups. The process is usually simpler than with foundation-built homes. Learn more in our guide on Tiny Home Regulations in New Jersey.
Park models are capped at 400 sq. ft. of living space, not including lofts or porches, per ANSI standards. You can explore layouts and features in our Park Model Buying Guide.
Yes. Park models can include multiple sleeping areas, bathrooms, and even full kitchens while staying within size limits. See examples in our Park Model Buying Guide.
Park models are typically allowed in RV parks, campgrounds, and vacation resorts. Some private land may also allow placement, but zoning varies by town. For more guidance, check out our guide Tiny Home Regulations in New Jersey.
Ideal Locations for Your Park Model Tiny Homes in New Jersey
While rules vary by town, some areas are more welcoming to park models. Here are a few examples:
Cape May County With its many campgrounds, RV resorts, and vacation communities near the shore, Cape May is one of the most popular spots for seasonal park model living.
Sussex County This rural, northern county is known for wide open land and recreational areas, making it easier to find places for park models on private retreats or in campgrounds.
Ocean County From the Jersey Shore to Pine Barrens campgrounds, Ocean County offers plenty of RV-friendly communities that also welcome park models.
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