Northern Territory

Territory Level

There is no planning legislation for housing in the Northern Territory.

Local Government Level

There are no tiny house specific policies in place by Northern Territory local councils, however each council may treat tiny houses differently and it is best to check with your local council. The cities of Darwin and Alice Springs require you to apply via the local government process. Find more information here for building single dwellings on small lots.

Northern Territory

Territory Level

There is no planning legislation for housing in the Northern Territory.

Local Government Level

There are no tiny house specific policies in place by Northern Territory local councils, however each council may treat tiny houses differently and it is best to check with your local council. The cities of Darwin and Alice Springs require you to apply via the local government process. Find more information here for building single dwellings on small lots.

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© 2025 Australian Tiny House Association (ATHA) Inc. Incorporated in VIC. ARBN: 648 534 204. ABN: 93 154 398 036.