In Texas, I'm sure you could find a standalone building with garage and living space, without having to be part of some community with lots of restrictions.

This is in AR, but seems much more preferable to me.

https://www.realtor.com/realestatea..._West-Fork_AR_72774_M82997-28377#photo22

1970 Dodge d100/eventually going on a 77 D100 frame