Tiny home on camper frame?

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Hi everyone! I have a 24’ camper frame that I would love to build a tiny home on. I am a licensed general contractor in NC but I have zero experience with building on a metal trailer frame. I’m not sure if it needs reinforcing before I begin or where to find all of the things I’ll need to complete the project. If anyone has info or could point me in the right direction I would greatly appreciate it! Thank you!

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Here is a starting point
https://thetinylife.com/tiny-house-building-checklist/
If you design the frame of the structure properly it can become a structural part of the chassis, eliminating any need to reinforce it.
Consider a steel frame which is often used in housing now.
Be aware of making it too heavy!

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