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Short, practical reads from the Build & Padel construction team — what we see on real sites, what we'd do differently, and what we'd want to know before spending money on a padel project.

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Preview of the article: How to Assess a Site for Padel Before Buying or Leasing It
Site feasibility

How to Assess a Site for Padel Before Buying or Leasing It

A padel site feasibility checklist for buyers and tenants — space and layout, planning, access and demand, ground and utilities, total cost and risks.

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Preview of the article: Can You Convert a Warehouse, Barn or Industrial Unit into Indoor Padel Courts?
Building conversion

Can You Convert a Warehouse, Barn or Industrial Unit into Indoor Padel Courts?

What to check before a warehouse conversion for padel courts — clear height, column layout, floor slab, lighting, acoustics, planning and conversion costs.

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Preview of the article: Can You Turn an Unused Car Park into a Padel Facility?
Commercial land

Can You Turn an Unused Car Park into a Padel Facility?

What to check before converting a car park to padel courts — space, planning permission, existing surfaces, drainage, access and commercial viability.

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Preview of the article: How Much Space Do You Need for a Padel Club?
Site planning & space

How Much Space Do You Need for a Padel Club?

Understand the space required for padel courts, including court dimensions, circulation, parking, supporting facilities and the site constraints that determine how many courts can realistically fit.

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Preview of the article: Indoor vs Outdoor Padel Courts: Which Is the Better Investment?
Court investment

Indoor vs Outdoor Padel Courts: Which Is the Better Investment?

Compare indoor and outdoor padel courts across construction costs, weather, utilisation, running costs and potential return on investment.

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Preview of the article: Can You Build Padel Courts on Agricultural Land?
Land & planning

Can You Build Padel Courts on Agricultural Land?

Whether you can build padel courts on agricultural land in the UK — planning permission, access, drainage, ground conditions and site suitability.

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Preview of the article: Do You Need Planning Permission for Padel Courts in the UK?
Planning guidance

Do You Need Planning Permission for Padel Courts in the UK?

Understand when padel courts may need planning permission, the issues local authorities consider and the steps to take before starting your project.

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