Remember that location is of paramount importance to some types of businesses, less so for others.
• If your business doesn’t require specific location considerations, that could be an advantage and you should definitely note it here.
• If you have already chosen your location, describe the highlights—you can use some of the factors outlined in the next bullet as a guide or other factors that are essential considerations for your business.
• If you don’t yet have a location, describe the key criteria for determining a suitable location for your business.
Consider the following examples (note that this is not an exhaustive list and you might have other considerations as well):
What kind of space are you seeking and where? Is there a particular area that would be especially desirable from a marketing viewpoint? Must you have a ground-floor location? If so, must your location be easily accessible to public transportation?
If you are considering a specific site or comparing sites, the following may be important: How is the access/traffic flow? Are the parking facilities adequate? Is the street lighting sufficient? Is it close to other businesses or venues that might aid in drawing the type of customers you seek? If it is a storefront, does it attract attention or what must be done to make it attract the type of attention you need?
If signage is appropriate for your business: Are there local ordinances concerning signs that might adversely affect you? What type of signage would best serve your needs? Have you included the cost of signage in your start-up figures?