In at least a dozen cases across the nation, neighbors organized to stop tiny house projects, including in Charlotte, N.C.; Nashville, Tenn.; San Jose, Calif.; Tulsa, Okla.; Tallahassee, Fla.; and Bend, Ore. Sometimes the efforts moved ahead despite objections, but in many cases, the communities were blocked.

The president of the American Tiny House Association said opposition arises even among people who feel an affinity for the homes.

“People say, ‘Tiny home are great and cool, and you can put that village anywhere but right across the street from my subdivision,'” said Chris Galusha, who is also a Fort Worth, Texas, area builder.