
🚨 Before You Sign That Lease, Read This First!
Finding the perfect building doesn’t mean you’ll be approved to open a childcare program there.
Every year, future childcare owners spend thousands of dollars on deposits, rent, renovations, and equipment—only to discover they have zoning issues, permit requirements, parking restrictions, fence conflicts, or other location-related roadblocks that delay or prevent them from opening.
After more than 30 years in childcare, opening, owning and operating multiple locations, and combining my experience as a childcare owner and REALTOR®, I’ve created this practical guide to help you make smarter site-selection decisions before you commit to a property.Inside This Guide You’ll Learn:
âś… Key zoning questions to ask before signing a lease
âś… How to identify potential location approval issues
âś… What to know about Special Use Permits (SUPs), Conditional Use Permits (CUPs), and zoning approvals
âś… Property buffer zone considerations
âś… Playground and fencing concerns that may affect approval
✅ Questions to ask your landlord, property manager, or REALTOR®
âś… Common site-selection mistakes that can cost you time and money
âś… Departments to contact before moving forward
âś… Red flags to watch for before making a financial commitment
âś… Action steps to help you move forward with confidence
For:
âś” Future Childcare Center Owners
âś” Family Child Care Providers
âś” Preschool Owners
âś” Educational Program Operators
âś” Childcare Entrepreneurs Looking for Their First Location
BONUS: Includes a printable checklist you can use when evaluating potential childcare properties.
The right location can help set your business up for success. The wrong location can create costly delays and frustration.
Don’t sign a lease until you’ve done your homework.
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📌 Created by Lucretia Dillard-Moore
📌 30+ Years of Childcare Experience
Price: $47 (calender for assessment sent separately)