Some questions to consider and study in choosing business locations,
- Is the facility located in an area zoned for your type of business?
- Is the facility large enough for your business? Does it offer room for all the retail, office, storage or workroom space you need?
- Does it meet your layout requirements?
- Does the building need any repairs?
- Do the existing utilities-lighting, heating and cooling-meet your needs, or will you have to do any rewiring or plumbing work? Is ventilation adequate?
- Are the lease terms and rent favorable?
- Is the location convenient to where you live?
- Can you find a number of qualified employees in the area in which the facility is located?
- Do people you want for customers live nearby? Is the population density of the area sufficient for your sales need?
- Is the trade area heavily dependent on seasonal business?
- If you choose a location that's relatively remote from your customer base, will you be able to afford the higher advertising expenses?
- Is the facility consistent with the image you'd like to maintain?
- Is the facility located in a safe neighborhood with a low crime rate?
- Is exterior lighting in the area adequate to attract evening shoppers and make them feel safe?
- Will crime insurance be prohibitively expensive?
- Are neighboring businesses likely to attract customers who will also patronize your business?
- Are there any competitors located close to the facility? If so, can you compete with them successfully?
- Is the facility easily accessible to your potential customers?
- Is parking space available and adequate?
- Is the area served by public transportation?
- Can suppliers make deliveries conveniently at this location?
- If your business expands in the future, will the facility be able to accommodate this growth?
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