Newbie question about RV/Boat Storage

[Flint]

I have been looking for a year or so on how to determine how many units I can store on 7 acres of land. I assume 45' spaces as well as some 25' spaces for boats. Is there a software you can use to determine this or does anyone know of a company that can do these type of site layouts? Thank you for your help.

[126whitetail]

I don't know of a software to use besides using the measuring tools in Google Earth or Google maps.

You can hire a site planner, but that takes all the fun away, LOL.

I usually just come up with a bunch of configurations and think about them for a while until I come up with an optimal design.

With RV/Boat storage, driveways are important, so you have to plan for much larger driveways than what you would encounter in traditional self storage facilities.

[Flying Sky Ranch]

In my experience people who own RV's, Travel Trailers, and boats are the worst drivers when it comes to backing up. I would STRONGLY recommend designing a facility where it could be pull through. Are you thinking fully enclosed units or a canopy? Will your market support your prices? Campers and boaters are some of the cheapest people on the planet when it comes to storing their pride and joy.

[Flint]

It will be outdoor storage. The market is strong in the area but I am not sure we will offer enclosed for at least 5 years. The driveways would have to be I think at least 12 foot.

[KrisinCali]

It will be outdoor storage. The market is strong in the area but I am not sure we will offer enclosed for at least 5 years. The driveways would have to be I think at least 12 foot.

You should visit a really nice one and see how they're doing it. How large the spaces are and what kinds. Back in spaces for smaller things like bass boats/cars etc would be great too.

[RHS_TX]

The driveways would have to be I think at least 12 foot.

I don't own a Boat/RV facility, but I do lease a space in one for my 22 foot boat. The drive aisles at that facility are 50 feet wide and I regulary see other tenants bashing into door frames and bollards. Twelve feet isn't nearly enough.