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CASE STUDY: Flexible XS Units up to 40 m² – Without a Permit

Location: Belgium (Various Municipal Pilots)

Status: Ready-to-Deliver Prototype

Key Benefit: No Permit Needed – Plug & Play Installation

Compliance: EU Taxonomy & Circular Design Principles

The Challenge

Municipalities and private clients increasingly need ultra-compact, flexible spaces: as temporary housing for vulnerable groups, offices for local services, or independent studio units. The barriers were clear: long permitting processes, high upfront costs, and the need for relocatable solutions that adapt to changing urban needs.

The KiteHouse Solution

We engineered a standardized XS modular unit (up to 40 m²) that can be installed without a building permit. Built with our flat-pack panel system, these units arrive on-site ready for quick assembly. They can serve as:

Independent micro-apartments for municipalities

Flexible office or workspace extensions

Short-term housing solutions

Lightweight, circular materials make them easy to transport, assemble, and, if necessary, relocate.

The Result

Our XS system opens new possibilities for municipalities, developers, and private clients:

Instant availability: Units can be delivered and assembled within weeks.

Regulatory advantage: No permit required, lowering entry barriers.

Financial predictability: Modular pricing and minimized site costs.

Scalable solution: From single pilot projects to multi-unit community clusters.