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Kunal amin

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Hello everyone,
I would like to construct RV park and learn about step by step detail about how to make project report?
I would really appreciate If someone will guide me to that direction.
Thank you
 
You have a mountain to climb.
First, do have a location?
If so, does local zoning/ordinance allow?
How far away is the property from utilities, ie; sewer, water, electricity?
 
You have a mountain to climb.
First, do have a location?
If so, does local zoning/ordinance allow?
How far away is the property from utilities, ie; sewer, water, electricity?
yes, I know I have a mountain to climb I have high hopes to reach to the pinnacle with proper guidance.
yes I have a location. need to find out about zoning, has electricity and well but no sewer.
Thank you for reply
 
yes, I know I have a mountain to climb I have high hopes to reach to the pinnacle with proper guidance.
yes I have a location. need to find out about zoning, has electricity and well but no sewer.
Thank you for reply
How many sites(spots) are planning?
 
the people here will definitely help but this forum is about owning and using rvs. You probably want to locate rv park owners associations to get more info. We could probably give you a good list of things we dont like to help you manage the place though 🙂

I can help with project management questions. I was a pmp.

There are different types of project reports but banks usually want a business plan to get loans. Is that what you need?

one thing is to verify the zoning before acquiring the property
 
We can't give you advice about building an RV park, but we can ask some questions that might help you determine if people might actually want to go to this place. If you are thinking about us as potential customers, I might ask the following:

For example, you mentioned you are in Oklahoma. Is your site in Oklahoma and located near a major interstate highway?

Also, not to be negative about Oklahoma, but it is a state most of us drive through, not a place where many of us would plan on for a long vacation. We RVers often look for some place with good weather in the winter or summer, and we are also often look for scenic places or places with lots to see and do. What would entice us to stay there?

Putting together a formal business plan is a good idea. It would help you identify your target customers, your competition, and the potential market. So, do find a similar group, but of owners of RV parks to help you determine if your idea is a good one.
 
Have you searched for RV parks for sale. Might be easier to purchase one rather than start from scratch.
 
Just because a site has electricity and a well doesn’t mean that it is suitable for an RV park. You will need access to multiple 50amp circuits, a well that can handle the number of sites you have, the well has to be tested regularly for contamination, and you must have access to appropriate sewage treatment facilities. You are looking at an investment of at least $500K, and probably more like $1M for a nice place capable of attracting well-paying clients. Check with your local municipality/county for requirements.
 
The scale of the project will have a big effect on the requirements to bring it to fruition. A tiny park, maybe 4-5 modest sites, might be doable as a DIY project. but a larger, full service park will require a lot of engineering to lay out water and electrical and sewer systems, roads that can handle heavy vehicles, etc. And some one with general contracting knowledge to deal with local zoning, health and safety requirements, and finding and managing subcontractors (plumbers, electricians, landscapers, pavers, etc).

For financing, you will need a business plan cause the bank wants to know how you expect to operate the business and make money. In general it includes these:
How to write a business proposal for a bank loan.
  1. Business overview. Introduce your business with its name, legal structure, and establishment date.
  2. Mission. Articulate your business's purpose and long-term goals.
  3. Market analysis. ...
  4. Company history. ...
  5. Contact information. ...
  6. Leadership team. ...
  7. Legal structure. ...
  8. Products/services.
Google "business proposal for bank loan" and you will find lots of tools/help to create what you need.
 
financial institutions requires project report.
Like Gary, I think that your bank is probably looking for a business plan. Progress reports as often also required and many such loans supply the funding in increments as the project progresses but they want verifiable progress reports for each new disbursal of funds. They will also want some sort of security so if you have clear title to the land that will help to get the needed loan. You will also need data to show the lenders what the anticipated costs are for each step of development of your RV park, assuming that you intend to develop the park all at one time. It would probably be easier for you to do with a phased in process, developing just a few sites at a time in such a way that you can begin to generate income with the first sites, then move to the next group of sites and so on. A great deal of the cost to develop a park depends on the level of park that you want. There is a new RV park here in a Dallas suburb that has 190 sites, an activity center, laundromat, pool, paved streets and sites, and assorted other amenities. Developing 200 RV sites could cost anywhere from $2 million to $5 million depending on the location, land cost, necessary infrastructure development, and amenities included, with the average cost per site ranging from $10,000 to $25,000.
 
Interesting that if you search for starting an RV park, you come up with quite a few sites claiming some expertise in that area with headlines such as:

  • Designing the Perfect RV Park: A Guide to Infrastructure Planning
  • How to Start an RV Park
    How to Start an RV Park: Financing, Site Plan and More
  • The Ultimate RV Park and Campground Business Plan: A Guide and Template
 
Dreamer?
There is more to it than just building a resort.
Local ordinances must be met. Zoning restrictions. And the ability to supply power, water and sewage to multiple areas. Ground water runoff retention and EPA clearances.
It's like building a housing plan, but on a smaller scale.
 
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Like Gary, I think that your bank is probably looking for a business plan. Progress reports as often also required and many such loans supply the funding in increments as the project progresses but they want verifiable progress reports for each new disbursal of funds. They will also want some sort of security so if you have clear title to the land that will help to get the needed loan. You will also need data to show the lenders what the anticipated costs are for each step of development of your RV park, assuming that you intend to develop the park all at one time. It would probably be easier for you to do with a phased in process, developing just a few sites at a time in such a way that you can begin to generate income with the first sites, then move to the next group of sites and so on. A great deal of the cost to develop a park depends on the level of park that you want. There is a new RV park here in a Dallas suburb that has 190 sites, an activity center, laundromat, pool, paved streets and sites, and assorted other amenities. Developing 200 RV sites could cost anywhere from $2 million to $5 million depending on the location, land cost, necessary infrastructure development, and amenities included, with the average cost per site ranging from $10,000 to $25,000.
Thank you for your time and putting some light on some important things
 
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