I want to live off the grid, in a tiny cabin with a composting toilet, solar power, and water holding tank; is this allowed?

You can build a small dwelling, but it has to meet the standards of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code which Klamath County uses. The smallest size that meets the code is approximately 300 sq. ft. Alternative materials and styles for dwellings are allowed as long as a registered engineer certifies that they are "equivalent" to the building code. you will need to check with the Klamath County Onsite Department regarding alternative waste and grey water disposal. Solar power is acceptable to use in lieu of other power sources; Klamath County is solar friendly; click here for more information about permitting for solar power. 

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1. I have a piece of bare land; how do I begin the building process?
2. How much are the fees for obtaining a site plan or temporary use permit?
3. Can I build a shop before I build the house?
4. I want to stay on my property in an RV while I build on my property; is that allowed?
5. Can I build on a flood plain?
6. I want to live off the grid, in a tiny cabin with a composting toilet, solar power, and water holding tank; is this allowed?