Western Ohio / Indiana Border
New Paris · Preble County
Cedar Springs Tiny Village
As Ohio's first full-fledged dedicated tiny living development, Cedar Springs Tiny Village balances tranquil natural beauty with engineered municipal infrastructure. Just east of the Indiana border—less than 40 minutes from Dayton—this neighborhood circles a spring-fed private lake wrapped in old-growth cedar canopies, establishing a rural framework for long-term downscaled living.
Placement intelligence
Park specs & operating terms
Structured pass/fail data for THOW and modular siting—sourced from operator materials and independent research. Fields marked [TBD - Research Component Required] are queued for verification.
Quick-glance park specs
| Technical Parameter | Requirement / Status |
|---|---|
| Power Infrastructure | Underground utility pedestals with stable 20, 30, and 50 amp services per site across 27 waterfront and woodland spaces. |
| Waste & Sewer System | Hardwired into high-capacity code-compliant centralized municipal sewer network. |
| Build Certifications | Certified THOWs with NOAH, RVIA, RVAH, or Pacific West seals—complete undercarriage skirting mandatory. Motorized RVs and uncertified DIY frames barred. |
| Pet Constraints | Pet-friendly with standard per-household limits. Pets must reside within owner structures with park leash rules. |
Financials & leasing terms
Monthly benchmarks and lease mechanics—confirm current rates with the operator before applying.
Lot rent & monthly fees
Monthly rate
$520/mo
flat-rate long-term leases for waterfront rows.
$520/mo flat rate long term leases for waterfront rows.
Utility inclusions
Includes pad lease, municipal water, sewer connections, weekly trash/recycling, grounds maintenance, and seasonal mowing. Utilities individually metered and sub-billed.
Lease mechanics
12-month renewable leases with background check and security deposit. Residents bring own certified structures—preferred custom builder connections provided.
Home specifications & placement rules
Dimensional thresholds
Footprints up to standard 400 sq ft maximum for trailer-mounted THOW assets.
Aesthetic controls & covenants
Modern residential exteriors—horizontal siding, cedar accents, or standing-seam metal roofing. Window AC prohibited; exterior mini-splits standard.
Sustainability & permaculture allowances
EarthNest-aligned buyers should confirm closed-loop systems against recorded park rules—not just municipal code.
Alternative waste systems
Composting and greywater prohibited—municipal sewer required to protect spring-fed lake ecosystem.
Off-grid adaptations
Rooftop solar subject to layout review; high thermal efficiency wrappers reduce utility bills.
Site edibles & gardens
Centralized community garden plots plus personal container arrays on private decks.
Media & site documentation
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[TBD - Research Component Required]
Planning land you own in Preble County?
Cedar Springs is a THOW land-lease village—not the same as owning a Preble County parcel with a permitted backyard ADU. Route into pathway tools if you are comparing models.
Pads & tenancy snapshot
Waterfront or timber-shaded flat parcels averaging ~1,200 sq ft with level gravel landings, private vehicle parking, and space for custom wraparound timber decks. BYO certified THOW via preferred builder pipelines.
High occupancy as Ohio's pioneering tiny village. Active long-term land leases with structured waitlist for incoming slots. Owner-occupied focus—commercial STR subleasing prohibited.
Ownership models surfaced
Key amenities
Boolean flags summarize what directories can filter on; they are directional only—operators change pet rules, dock limits, or fitness bundles without notice.
- Lakefront
- Waterfront / marina
- Pet-friendly
- Ownership path
- Community garden
- Clubhouse
- Cowork / shared workspace
- Laundry
Stewardship disclosures
Approved under Preble County and New Paris specialized tiny house cluster zoning. Master park regulations protect privacy, aesthetic preservation, quiet hours, and pet control. Midwestern winter freezes—heat-tape insulation and full skirting mandatory.
Operators evolve rules—triple-check recorded covenants, county interpretations, HOA restrictions, occupancy certificates, and insurance binders aligned to your exact structure classification.