Council threatens man with fine, demolition of tiny home

A Brazilian expat faces a $1 million fine and potential demolition of his tiny home in New South Wales after the local council issued a compliance order. The council claims the dwelling, built without proper permits, violates environmental planning regulations. Manuel Bohn, who has lived in the Bega Valley for seven years, received the notice after two years of living in the tiny home. He says the council's action came without warning and could leave him homeless. The case highlights the challenges of tiny home living within existing planning frameworks, particularly in the context of Australia's housing crisis. Bohn has started a petition against the council's actions.