Important Issues to Know before Renovating a Golf Course
Michael Intoccia is an accomplished Massachusetts real estate developer who draws upon more than three decades of industry experience. Throughout his career, he has spearheaded the development of multiple residential projects. Among his career highlights include the redevelopment of Cape Club resort in Falmouth. A lover of golf, Michael Intoccia has been involved in the re-design and renovation of golf courses.
Golf courses and clubhouses must be renovated to restore their appeal and functionality. Nowadays, golfers prefer using facilities with top amenities, and not renovating a golf club may compel them to check out other golf courses with better facilities. The following are factors to consider when planning a golf course renovation:
1. Survey Golfers
To effectively adapt to customers’ needs, golf courses need to assess their current operations to know where improvements need to be made. This is best accomplished through a guest and members survey to seek their opinions. Hiring a third-party consultant allows golf courses to collect and analyze data and present a report detailing renovations that need to be carried out.
2. Carry Out a Feasibility Study
A feasibility study is usually carried out after completing a survey and project details have been clearly understood. The study entails all factors needed to complete a project, such as economics, operations, scheduling, and operations. For instance, the feasibility study should determine whether the recommended renovations are within financial reach and how traffic flow and parking will be affected. Also, the study should evaluate how much extra revenue renovations will generate and if the project will be viable.
3. Irrigation and Drainage
Golf courses need proper irrigation and drainage features to function optimally. It’s important to hire a qualified engineer who can design a good drainage and irrigation system to boost the visual appeal and turf health and streamline a property’s expenses. Using a consultant allows golf courses to benefit from expert construction management.
