Campsite Regulations and Business Considerations
If you run a camping or caravan site it is likely that you will have to pay business rates. Many campsites will qualify for small business rates relief, but business rates will be an issue for large sites.
Can I allow camping on my land? In theory, any landowner is permitted to use his or her land as a tented camping site without a site licence, but there could still be planning permission and other health and safety issues.
How Much Does Amazon CamperForce Pay? Amazon pays its employees a minimum of $15 per hour, paid out weekly. Employees receive “CampPay”, a weekly allowance to pay for campsite fees.
Campground Business and Revenue Generation
Campground business metrics all begin with an overnight stay. This is the unit upon which the whole business is built around. Customers pay a particular fee per night. Campsites are open for many consecutive nights as prescribed within a particular season, often between March to October by law. This 7-month window allows for generating pitch sales revenue. The scope or number of nights per season is the primary constraint.
Campgrounds generate revenue by: campsite fees, amenities fees like equipment rentals, firewood, laundry, WiFi, activities. By providing value-added services, campgrounds increase revenue.
Setting Up and Operating a Campsite
How do you set up a campsite?
Follow these steps to find the perfect campsite location: Check the campground’s pictures online if available. Scout flat land that drains properly. Keep trash away but water sources close. Place your tent to maximize usefulness. Organize a clean kitchen area. Build your campfire correctly.
When deciding where to sleep camping, consider space to accommodate your needs so you can rest safely. Focus on car, primitive, and RV site camping. Your campsite is your home base to explore outdoors. Meet basic needs: shelter, water, food.
Starting a Campsite in the UK
How do I start a campsite UK? To start a campsite in the UK, you’ll need to obtain a Camping and Caravan Site License from your local authority or council. This license ensures your campsite meets certain health, safety, and environmental standards. The application process typically requires submitting a detailed plan of your site, including facilities, layout, and drainage systems. You’ll also need planning permission for the campsite before applying for a license.
If a campsite has been operating without planning consent, it may be possible to apply for a Lawful Development Certificate from the local authority as an alternative to seeking planning permission. This legally declares if the land use needed permission or not.
At a minimum, you’ll need to ensure campers’ basic needs are met during their stay. This includes providing fresh drinking water taps, sealed chemical disposal tanks, a rinsing water tap with a non-return valve, and dry waste disposal.