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In my area which is a big city any structure over 120 sqft requires a permit. But you can put as many of them as you want. Tuffsheds are dirt cheap and just like homes, 2*4 studs 16 inches on center. Good option maybe. I'm sure other areas allow larger ones. The unincorporated areas just a few miles away allow 240sqft. Maybe a good option you can do for 100% down to live in while you save up to get an actual house built.
Modern homes are basically immune to wildfires if you have enclosed eaves with fine mesh over vent openings. So t111 / cement fiber siding is great for any weather.
Recommend a crawlspace if you aren't near tornadoes. Run utilizes under the house. It'll avoid freezing lines and leaks if they do happen won't cause Interior damage or result in jackhammering the foundation.
Also, consider thermal chimneys for summers. Free to use and cool homes dramatically. Almost no maintenance either. Can be modified to function as heaters during the summer too. Combine with 40 in ear feet of 4ft deep geothermal and your home will keep cooler than any AC unit.
Collect rain water too, or even better dig onsite collection pool. Fill it with fish.
Modern homes are basically immune to wildfires if you have enclosed eaves with fine mesh over vent openings. So t111 / cement fiber siding is great for any weather.
Recommend a crawlspace if you aren't near tornadoes. Run utilizes under the house. It'll avoid freezing lines and leaks if they do happen won't cause Interior damage or result in jackhammering the foundation.
Also, consider thermal chimneys for summers. Free to use and cool homes dramatically. Almost no maintenance either. Can be modified to function as heaters during the summer too. Combine with 40 in ear feet of 4ft deep geothermal and your home will keep cooler than any AC unit.
Collect rain water too, or even better dig onsite collection pool. Fill it with fish.